Lead Cook - Pediatric Rehab Kitchen

Children's National Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Education assistance

Job summary

Children’s National Hospital is seeking a Team Lead Cook for the Rehabilitation & Specialized Care (RSC) program in Washington, DC. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure high-quality meals for patients and visitors, and maintain a welcoming dining environment.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED (Associate’s Degree preferred) and at least 3 years of cook experience, with DC Food Handler certification within 90 days. Excellent English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and oversee food preparation.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and department policies.
• Provide operational leadership and coordinate workflows within the department.
• Supervise dietary staff and generate daily work assignments.

Skills

Read English

Write English

Read recipes

Record production information

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree (Preferred)

Job description

Children’s National Hospital is seeking a Team Lead Cook for the Rehabilitation & Specialized Care (RSC) program in Washington, DC. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure high-quality meals for patients and visitors, and maintain a welcoming dining environment.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED (Associate’s Degree preferred) and at least 3 years of cook experience, with DC Food Handler certification within 90 days. Excellent English communication is essential.