Hospital Kitchen Lead Cook (Dietary)

COOPERRIVERALF in; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

COOPERRIVERALF is seeking a qualified cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. The role requires maintaining a safe, clean kitchen, preparing meals in large quantities, and following menus and portion control guidelines.

You will record food temperatures, assist with serving, supervise dietary staff when needed, and ensure ongoing training. Candidates should have a high school diploma, hospital cooking experience, and possess or be able to obtain a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as a cook in a hospital or long-term care facility (minimum 1 year).
• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.
• Ability to read technical procedures and follow recipes.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner.
• Prepare tasteful meals and cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Follow prepared menus and portion control guides.
• Record food temperatures for the meals.
• Assist with serving meals.
• Supervise dietary staff in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.
• Ensure cleaning schedules are followed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

COOPERRIVERALF is seeking a qualified cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. The role requires maintaining a safe, clean kitchen, preparing meals in large quantities, and following menus and portion control guidelines.

You will record food temperatures, assist with serving, supervise dietary staff when needed, and ensure ongoing training. Candidates should have a high school diploma, hospital cooking experience, and possess or be able to obtain a