Lead Cook

Providence; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Covenant Medical Center is seeking a Lead Cook to oversee sanitation, cost control, and shift production for patient meals, cafeteria operations, and special events. You will coordinate with the Food Service Director on staff and project updates, under minimal supervision.

This role emphasizes teamwork, food safety, and efficient kitchen operations within a hospital setting, contributing to high-quality patient and facility dining experiences.

Qualifications

• 3 years food service experience.
• National Food Handler Card required at hire.
• ServSafe Manager Certification to be obtained within 180 days (6 months).

Responsibilities

• Lead Cook responsible for sanitation and controlling food costs.
• Assign shift production tasks for preparation of foods for patients, cafeteria, and special functions.
• Maintain daily communication with Food Service Director or Production Chef regarding staff and projects.

Skills

Food service experience

Education

National Food Handler Card

National ServSafe Manager Certification

Job description

The Lead Cook assumes the responsibility for sanitation, controlling food costs, assigning shift production assignments for the preparation of a variety of foods for patients, cafeteria services, and special functions. The Lead Cook maintains daily and effective communications with the Food Service Director or Production Chef regarding employee relations and on-going projects. Under minimal supervision.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Covenant Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required qualifications:

• Upon hire: National Food Handler Card - State County City Authority.


• Within 6 months (180 days) of hire: National ServSafe Manager Certification - National Restaurant Association.


• 3 years Food service experience.
  

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.