Hospital Kitchen Lead - Menu Prep & Patient Meals

Acadia Healthcare; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Covington Behavioral Health Hospital in Covington, LA is seeking a detail‑oriented food service worker to implement menus, prepare meals, and assist in serving patients. Responsibilities include coordinating kitchen staff, maintaining cleanliness, inventory, and working with the Dietary Services team to ensure nutritious, balanced meals.

Strong applicants will have a high school diploma, some culinary training, and at least two years in hospital or institutional food service; ServSafe

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Culinary education or coursework preferred.
• Two or more years in institutional food service.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.
• Direct activities of workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
• Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas.
• Take inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Work with Dietitian to ensure menus are varied, nutritionally balanced and appetizing.
• Coordinate food production, cleaning, maintenance and inventory control.
• Ensure compliance with policies, quality standards, cost parameters, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Food safety

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma

Culinary training preferred

ServSafe certification

Job description

Covington Behavioral Health Hospital in Covington, LA is seeking a detail‑oriented food service worker to implement menus, prepare meals, and assist in serving patients. Responsibilities include coordinating kitchen staff, maintaining cleanliness, inventory, and working with the Dietary Services team to ensure nutritious, balanced meals.

Strong applicants will have a high school diploma, some culinary training, and at least two years in hospital or institutional food service; ServSafe