Lead Cook

Overview

Join to apply for the Lead Cook role at San Joaquin Valley Rehabilitation Hospital in Fresno, CA. We are seeking a Lead Cook to join our team!

San Joaquin Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, located in Fresno, CA, is a 62‑bed acute rehab hospital. We provide rehabilitative services to people recovering from disabilities caused by injuries or illnesses. As a smaller, specialized hospital, we offer an opportunity to work in a fast‑paced and friendly work environment where you really get to know your patients and their families.

Performs a variety of duties necessary for the operation of a hospital food service department. Maintains high standards of food quality, nutritional value, sanitation, safety, and presents food in an appetizing manner. Supports department management in various administrative/leadership duties including scheduling, mentoring of new staff, competency assessment, performance improvement, and shift oversight.

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Two (2) years of experience as a cook in lieu of education will be considered.
• Food handling certification as required by State regulations.

• Culinary arts training preferred.
• Two (2) years of food service experience preferred, including a minimum of one (1) year of experience cooking and working in an institutional setting.
• Therapeutic Diet experience preferred. Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements. Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions. Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

• Medical PPO high and low deductible plans / HSA options as well as HMO options in some markets
• FREE prescription plans
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flex Spending plans, 401K matching
• Additional Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital plans
• Company discounts for mobile phone service, electronics, cell phones, clothing, etc
• Pet Insurance
• Group legal – provides legal assistance with personal legal matters
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Work life balance

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It’s not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Hospitals and Health Care