Lead Hospital Kitchen Cook - Sanitation & Diet Prep

TARPONBAYOU; Tarpon Springs (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The TarponBayou facility is seeking a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. You will report to the Dietary Supervisor and ensure meals are prepared safely and to the required standards.

Responsibilities include cooking large quantities, following prepared menus and portion controls, maintaining sanitation, recording temperatures, and supporting dietary staff. A ServSafe certificate and hospital/long-term care kitchen experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year cook experience in hospital or long-term care.
• ServSafe Certificate required.
• Must remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner.
• Prepare meals in large quantities following menus and portion controls.
• Follow prepared menus and accurately prepare special diets.
• Record food temperatures and assist with serving meals.
• Maintain sanitation and assist with training dietary staff.
• Supervise in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.

Skills

Food safety

Sanitation

Large-volume cooking

Reading recipes

Team cooperation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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

ServSafe Certificate

Good standing with Department of Public Health

Job description

The TarponBayou facility is seeking a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. You will report to the Dietary Supervisor and ensure meals are prepared safely and to the required standards.

Responsibilities include cooking large quantities, following prepared menus and portion controls, maintaining sanitation, recording temperatures, and supporting dietary staff. A ServSafe certificate and hospital/long-term care kitchen experience are preferred.