Cook

Job Description

Your experience matters

WellBridge Healthcare Fort Worth is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Cook joining our team, you're embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Job 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.

How you'll contribute: A Cook who excels at this role:

• 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.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining food safety standards.
• Requires strong time management and teamwork skills.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous food service or customer service experience preferred; cooking experience strongly preferred. Healthcare food service experience is a plus.
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.

Why join us:

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEOC Statement:

WellBridge Healthcare Fort Worth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. WellBridge Healthcare Fort Worth is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

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.