Head Cook

Head Cook

Develops menus and recipes. Instructs Cooks on the preparation of food products and oversees production when assigned. Ensures quality, recipe accuracy, and offers new product ideas. Prepares food according to standard recipes or reheating standards. Inspects food products during the chain of production, starting at receipt of the product until it reaches the customer, ensuring quality throughout the process.

Completes temperature logs, cleaning logs, inspection documentation to include corrective action, and other documentation as assigned. Assists with product management, ensures compliance with VDH, the JC, Serv Safe, and regulatory guidelines. When assigned, educates team members on regulatory standards.

Participates in department activities/meetings, which may include orientation of co-workers, patient/customer satisfaction initiatives, cost reduction initiatives, and inspection readiness. When assigned, leads meetings with team members delivering messaging and education from the Manager.

Completes all general food service tasks as assigned which may include cashier, tray assemble and/or delivery, and dishwashing with related cleaning.

What We Require:

Education: High School diploma or GED required. Culinary degree preferred.

Experience: 3 years in commercial or institutional food preparation preferred.

Licensure, certification, and/or registration: In areas in which employee is deemed in charge of departmental operations, SERV-Safe Certification or equivalent certification from the Virginia Health Department is required; or ability to obtain certification within year one in this position.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Effective interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills required. Demonstrated knowledge of culinary arts and current culinary techniques and trends. Must successfully complete orientation and competency validation for position. Position is deemed ˜emergency personnel during emergency weather conditions. Must provide own transportation and travel to other Carilion work sites. May be required to work at other Carilion facilities to meet staffing needs.

Compensation Range:

$20.10 - $28.14

Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you're away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training