Prep Cook

Healthcare Services Group • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is hiring a Prep Cook to contribute to the kitchen team at a long-term care facility. The role supports meal preparation and helps provide nutritious meals to residents while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment. The Prep Cook works collaboratively with the kitchen team to meet service demands and follows standardized recipes, food safety rules, and sanitation practices. The position also involves assisting with inventory and reporting shortages, along with other assigned duties.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Previous food preparation or kitchen experience is desired. Candidates must complete an approved sanitation and safety course (ServSafe), and current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required where mandated by state or county law. The role requires the ability to work around food and cleaning products, meet specified lifting and movement demands, and reside within the service area. Employees must comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Complete an approved sanitation and safety course (ServSafe).
• Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification when required by state or county law.
• Comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, bend, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to work around food and cleaning products.
• Residency within the service area.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in food preparation or a kitchen environment.
• Basic knife skills and familiarity with cooking techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation and maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Prepare ingredients and cook meals according to standardized recipes.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and proper food storage.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to meet service demands.
• Assist with inventory management and report shortages.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free telemedicine.
• Free prescription discount program.
• Free employee assistance programs.
• PNC EarnedIt: access to earned pay when needed.
• Financial wellness support from PNC Workplace Banking.
• Hands-on training and support.
• Career development.
• Additional benefits may vary by location and eligibility and may include vacation, holiday, and sick pay; medical, dental, and vision insurance; an Employee Stock Purchase Plan; and other voluntary insurance products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED