Cook

TrustPoint Hospital•Murfreesboro, TN

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About The Position

TrustPoint Behavioral Health Hospital is hiring a Cook in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The Cook implements menus, coordinates food preparation, and serves meals at a 217-bed treatment center providing inpatient and outpatient medical and psychiatric services. The role includes preparing food according to approved menus, coordinating meal production and kitchen operations, and supporting compliance with quality, cost, and regulatory requirements. The position may also include other duties as assigned.

Requirements

ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state or facility.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Additional education or training in the culinary field preferred.
Two or more years of experience in a food service role preparing food for an institution such as a school, hospital, or cafeteria preferred.

Responsibilities

Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.
Direct activities of workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
Take inventory of supplies and equipment.
Work with Food Service leadership or a Dietitian to ensure menus are varied, nutritionally balanced, and appetizing.
Perform and coordinate food production, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory control activities.
Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, quality standards, cost parameters, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.