Senior Cook- Patient Preperation Bluebonnet

Senior Cook – Hospital Café

Job Purpose:

Join our dedicated team in a vital role that supports patient care and employee wellness through high-quality, nutritious meals. The Senior Cook is responsible for the advanced preparation and cooking of meals for patients, staff, visitors, and special functions. This position plays a key role in ensuring food is safe, appealing, and meets dietary needs for various age populations served.

• Master Culinary Techniques: Prepare complex dishes, entrees, casseroles, and specialty items using advanced cooking methods.
• Plan & Execute Production: Coordinate meal production schedules to ensure timely and efficient food service.
• Deliver High Quality: Cook according to detailed recipes, maintaining high standards in taste, presentation, and consistency.
• Maintain Safety & Sanitation: Ensure compliance with food safety standards in all aspects of preparation, storage, and kitchen hygiene.
• Lead by Example: Demonstrate sound judgment and organization in daily operations and help guide junior kitchen staff.
• Be Adaptable: Perform other duties as assigned to support overall kitchen and hospital operations.

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in commercial or institutional cooking preferred.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Skills & Knowledge:
  • Strong understanding of advanced cooking procedures
  • Ability to follow complex recipes.
  • Familiarity with safe food handling and kitchen equipment
  • Creative flair in food presentation

Be part of a mission-driven team that plays a critical role in the healing and comfort of our patients. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to grow within a supportive healthcare environment.