Lead Cook, High-Volume Healthcare Kitchen

Careers Opportunities at AVI Foodsystems; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Continual training and growth oppt.

Health, Life, Dental and Vision for FT

401(k)

Paid vacation and holidays

Advancement opportunities

Company provided uniforms

Stable work environment

Family culture and atmosphere

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems at Aultman Hospital in Canton, OH is seeking a Full-Time Head Cook to lead a fast-paced healthcare culinary team. The role involves cooking from scratch for patients and guests with attention to food safety and quality.

The starting wage is based on experience and education. Candidate should have 2+ years in a culinary lead role, with healthcare kitchen experience preferred and the ability to adapt to changing conditions.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred but not required.
• Two or more years of experience in a culinary lead role.
• Experience in a high-volume environment preferred.
• Ability to build relationships by actively listening and responding to client’s needs.
• Adaptable to changing business conditions.
• Comfortable dealing with fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and food to meet specifications in a timely manner.
• Properly measure kitchen ingredients and food portions.
• Ensure kitchen staff adhere to set standards, procedures, rules and sanitation requirements.
• Use kitchen knives and equipment such as grills, ovens, steamers and warmers in food preparation.
• Manage the kitchen inventory and ensure supplies are fresh and of high quality.
• Ensure proper food temperatures when cooking and proper storage afterward.
• Keep the workstation and kitchen equipment clean, organized and sanitized.
• Take charge of kitchen opening, closing and other duties as directed by the Executive Chef.

Job description

AVI Foodsystems at Aultman Hospital in Canton, OH is seeking a Full-Time Head Cook to lead a fast-paced healthcare culinary team. The role involves cooking from scratch for patients and guests with attention to food safety and quality.

The starting wage is based on experience and education. Candidate should have 2+ years in a culinary lead role, with healthcare kitchen experience preferred and the ability to adapt to changing conditions.