Lead Hospital Cook (Dietary Services)

PACS Group; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group is seeking a dedicated cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. The role requires preparing varied meals, following menus, and ensuring safety and sanitation in a hospital or long-term care setting.

Responsibilities include supervising staff in the absence of the supervisor, maintaining sanitation, and assisting with meal service while ensuring proper diet preparation and temperature records. Equal emphasis on teamwork and quality is expected.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of cook experience in a hospital or long-term care facility.
• Language Skills: ability to read technical procedures and follow recipes.
• Mathematical Skills: understand fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions.
• Reasoning Ability: solve practical problems and follow varied instructions.

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 controls.
• Prepare special diets accurately and record food temperatures.
• Supervise in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor and assist with training dietary staff.
• Report resident care concerns and maintain proper sanitation and cleaning schedules.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PACS Group is seeking a dedicated cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. The role requires preparing varied meals, following menus, and ensuring safety and sanitation in a hospital or long-term care setting.

Responsibilities include supervising staff in the absence of the supervisor, maintaining sanitation, and assisting with meal service while ensuring proper diet preparation and temperature records. Equal emphasis on teamwork and quality is expected.