Cook

Collin Springs is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. Responsibilities The cook prepares, seasons and cooks food for hospital patients, staff and visitors and also acts as a lead in the department. Maintains a clean and organized kitchen and adheres to food safety requirements. Ensures meals are ready at the specified times and tests foods being cooked to ensure proper seasoning. Consults with the Registered Dietitian on modified diets, as necessary. Supervises Nutritional Services workers when washing, trimming or preparing food. Measures and mixes ingredients according to approved recipes, using blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers, etc. Makes sauces, soups, stews, casseroles and desserts meeting established dietary guidelines. Cooks meat, fish and poultry in a variety of ways such as baking, roasting, broiling and steaming. Benefits Comprehensive benefits: multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees. Financial protection and PTO: life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. Financial & career growth: higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and a 401(k) retirement package with company match. Employee well‑being programs: mental, physical and financial wellness programs including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs. Professional development: ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. Opportunity to open a brand‑new hospital: join a team of accomplished leaders to open a brand‑new hospital, built from the ground up with cutting‑edge technology. Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. Prior food service or customer service experience with cooking experience preferred. Prior healthcare experience preferred but not required. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. EEOC Statement Collin Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Collin Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr