Cook

Saint Joseph Hospital - Lexington • Lexington, KY

11d • $16 - $23

About The Position

The Cook prepares high-quality, safe meals for patients, staff, and visitors, including meals for multiple therapeutic diets. The role follows recipes precisely and applies quality control to maintain consistent food quality and comply with food-preparation regulations in a healthcare environment. Preparation may need to be modified to accommodate food allergies. The Cook also maintains food, equipment, and work areas according to healthcare foodservice safety and sanitation standards.

Requirements

• One year of food service experience.
• Obtain a Kentucky Food Handler Permit within 30 days or ServSafe Certification within 30 days.
• Proven experience in high-volume food preparation.
• Strong understanding of food safety and therapeutic diets.
• Commitment to culinary excellence in a fast-paced setting.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma in General Studies upon hire or GED in General Studies upon hire.
• Cooking experience.
• Combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food according to menus and dietary requirements.
• Use kitchen utensils and equipment, including slicers, mixers, ovens, fryers, steamers, stovetops, and grills.
• Modify food preparation to account for allergies.
• Follow healthcare foodservice standards, regulations, guidelines, and procedures.
• Monitor and maintain food temperatures during cooking, holding, and storage.
• Prevent cross-contamination and follow personal hygiene requirements.
• Label and store food, equipment, and machinery appropriately.
• Wash and clean cooking and serving areas to maintain sanitation and cleanliness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed