Lead Cook: Menu Implementation & Kitchen Team Leader

North Port Behavioral Health; North Port (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

North Port Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated Hospital Food Service Cook to implement menus, prepare meals, and supervise kitchen staff. You will ensure cleanliness, stock supplies, and collaborate with dietitians to provide nutritious options.

This role requires a high school diploma and ServSafe certification, with experience in institutional food service preferred. The position emphasizes adherence to policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements while supporting a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Additional education or training in the culinary field preferred.
• Two or more years’ experience in food service role in preparing food for institutions, such as school, hospital or cafeteria preferred.
• ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state, facility.

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 to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
• Take inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Work with Food Service leadership or Dietitian to ensure menus are varied, nutritionally balanced and appetizing.
• Perform and coordinate food production, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory control activities.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, quality standards, cost parameters, and appropriate regulatory requirements.

Skills

Food preparation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

North Port Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated Hospital Food Service Cook to implement menus, prepare meals, and supervise kitchen staff. You will ensure cleanliness, stock supplies, and collaborate with dietitians to provide nutritious options.

This role requires a high school diploma and ServSafe certification, with experience in institutional food service preferred. The position emphasizes adherence to policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements while supporting a