Hospital Kitchen Lead Cook

PACS Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group seeks a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor and to report to the Dietary Supervisor. You will be responsible for safe, sanitary meal preparation, following menus and portion controls, and assisting with serving and cleaning tasks.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, hospital/long term care cooking experience, and licensure through ServSafe. Strong teamwork and ability to work under supervision are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience as a cook in a hospital or long term care facility for at least one year preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner.
• Prepare meals in compliance with menus and portion controls.
• Follow prepared menus and exact portioning.
• Prepare special diets accurately.
• Record food temperatures for meals.
• Assist with serving meals and cleaning cooking areas.
• Report resident care concerns to Administrator or Director of Nurses.
• Participate in orientation and ongoing dietary staff training.

Skills

Food preparation

Menu following

Sanitation

Record food temperatures

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certificate

Job description

PACS Group seeks a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor and to report to the Dietary Supervisor. You will be responsible for safe, sanitary meal preparation, following menus and portion controls, and assisting with serving and cleaning tasks.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, hospital/long term care cooking experience, and licensure through ServSafe. Strong teamwork and ability to work under supervision are expected.