Lead Cook - Hospital & Long-Term Care Kitchen

Tampa in; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS is seeking a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, reporting to the Dietary Supervisor.

Responsibilities include maintaining a sanitary kitchen, preparing meals in large quantities, following menus, portion control, and recording temperatures; must prepare special diets and assist with serving. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least one year of hospital or long-term care cooking experience, and ServSafe certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of cook experience in a hospital or long-term care facility.
• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner.
• Prepare meals in large quantities and follow prepared menus and portion guides.
• Prepare special diets accurately and record food temperatures.
• Assist with serving meals and maintain sanitation.
• Report resident care concerns to Administrator or Director of Nurses.

Skills

Sanitation

Food preparation

Menu following

Record temperatures

Team cooperation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience as a cook in hospital or long term care facility (≥1 year)

Tools

ServSafe Certificate

Job description

PACS is seeking a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, reporting to the Dietary Supervisor.

Responsibilities include maintaining a sanitary kitchen, preparing meals in large quantities, following menus, portion control, and recording temperatures; must prepare special diets and assist with serving. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least one year of hospital or long-term care cooking experience, and ServSafe certification.