SENIOR COOK (FULL TIME)

Compass Group, North America; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$500 bonus after 90 days

Job summary

Morrison Healthcare is hiring a Senior Cook for a full-time shift at Tennova Turkey Creek Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. The role requires 4 years of cooking experience and entails preparing meals, overseeing cooking activities, and ensuring safety and quality in line with HACCP standards.

Shifts run Friday through Sunday from 5:00 am to 7:00 pm with a pay range of $17.00–$23.00 per hour. A $500 bonus is offered after 90 days, with full-time benefits available.

Qualifications

• 4 years of cooking experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cooking activities for assigned shift.
• Prepare entrees and menu items following established recipes.
• Operate and clean equipment after each use.
• Label and date food items; maintain organized storage.
• Follow HACCP guidelines to ensure safety and quality.
• Assist in maintaining production records and documentation.
• Assist in cross training of employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Time management

Job description

Morrison Healthcare

• We are hiring immediately for a full time SENIOR COOK position.
• Location : Tennova Turkey Creek Medical Center - 10820 Parkside Drive, Knoxville, TN 37934. Note: online applications accepted only .
• Schedule : Full time schedule. Friday through Sunday, 5:00 am to 7:00 pm. More details upon interview.
• Requirement : 4 years of previous cooking experience required.
• Perks: $500 bonus after 90 days!
• Pay Range: $17.00 per hour to $23.00 per hour.

Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself . At Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, you’ll join a culture that values caring for people, fostering belonging, and creating moments that truly matter. Here, your work has purpose: to nourish patients, caregivers, and communities while upholding the highest standards of detail, quality, and excellence in every meal served.

For more than 70 years, Morrison has supported leading health systems nationwide with culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise. With more than 31,000 dedicated team members, including 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, we empower and uplift each other by working together, take responsibility for our commitments, and believe in helping one another achieve more together by realizing our unlimited potential.

Job Summary

Summary: Prepares food to ensure it is nutritious and properly flavored in accordance with applicable federal, state, local and company standards, guidelines and regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• May oversee the cooking activities of food service associates as assigned by Food Service Director.
• Prepares various entrees and menu items following established recipes.
• Operates and cleans equipment after each use. Performs scheduled routine cleaning.
• Stores, labels and dates food items according to policy. Helps maintain organized storage of dry goods and refrigerated and frozen products.
• Follows HACCP guidelines to ensure quality and safety of food supply.
• Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures.
• Assists Food Service Director in maintaining accurate daily production records and completes all required documentation, reports, and logs as assigned.
• Assists in the cross training of employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS FOR OUR TEAM MEMBERS

• Full-time and part-time positions are offered the following benefits: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identify Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and other voluntary benefits including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
• Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely,

Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.