Cook

Cook Position Summary The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving meals in accordance with dietary standards and scheduled times, ensuring food quality, cleanliness, and adherence to infection control policies. This role collaborates with the dietary team to meet patient nutrition needs and maintain a clean kitchen environment. Essential Functions Prepare meals to meet designated meal times and test foods to ensure proper seasoning and quality. Collaborate with the Registered Dietitian regarding modified diets when necessary. Supervise Nutritional Services staff in the preparation and handling of food items. Maintain a clean, neat, and organized kitchen in compliance with infection control policies. Perform other duties as assigned. Requires working every other weekend. Additional Information Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining food safety standards. Requires strong time management and teamwork skills. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

Education:

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience:

Previous food service or customer service experience preferred; cooking experience strongly preferred. Healthcare food service experience is a plus.

Skills:

Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.