Patient-Focused Hospital Cook – Prep & Plate Meals

Baton-Rouge-General; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Baton-Rouge-General is seeking a full-time cook to prepare meals for patients, staff, and visitors while following dietary restrictions and recipes. You will handle basic cooking tasks, maintain a clean and safe kitchen, and support meal service across shifts in a hospital setting.

Qualifications include at least one year of cooking experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and knowledge of cooking measures. HIPAA and safety practices are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• One year commercial or institutional cooking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, wash, trim, and season food items for each meal.
• Cook a variety of foods following standardized recipes and methods.
• Coordinate distribution of food to serving units at specified times.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the work area.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking measures procedures

Safety awareness

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Baton-Rouge-General is seeking a full-time cook to prepare meals for patients, staff, and visitors while following dietary restrictions and recipes. You will handle basic cooking tasks, maintain a clean and safe kitchen, and support meal service across shifts in a hospital setting.

Qualifications include at least one year of cooking experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and knowledge of cooking measures. HIPAA and safety practices are essential for this role.