Lead Hospital Cook — Safe, Large-Volume Meals

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

Job summary

Tampa is seeking a hospital/long-term care cook to manage the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. The role emphasizes safe, sanitary preparation of meals, following menus, and portion control.

The candidate should have a high school diploma and at least one year of hospital or long-term care cooking experience, read procedures, and maintain ServSafe certification. This on-site position requires collaboration with dietary staff and management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience as a cook in a hospital or long-term care facility for at least one year.
• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.
• Ability to read technical procedures and follow recipes.
• Good math skills for portion control and fractions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, clean, sanitary manner.
• Prepare meals in large quantities and follow menus accordingly.
• Record temperatures, prepare special diets, and ensure quality presentation.
• Supervise in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor and assist dietary staff.
• Follow cleaning schedules and cooperate with all departments.

Skills

Read procedures

Read recipes

Communicate with managers

Fractions and measurements

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Hospitals or long-term care cooking experience (1 year)

Tools

ServSafe Certificate

Job description

Tampa is seeking a hospital/long-term care cook to manage the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. The role emphasizes safe, sanitary preparation of meals, following menus, and portion control.

The candidate should have a high school diploma and at least one year of hospital or long-term care cooking experience, read procedures, and maintain ServSafe certification. This on-site position requires collaboration with dietary staff and management.