Cook

Opelousas, LA, United StatesFull-timePosted Oct 22, 2026

Job description

Full time position available. Under the Supervision of the Lead Cook, prepares, seasons, and cooks food for hospital patients, employees and visitors.

Essential Duties

& Responsibilities:

  • Prepares cook’s area for entrees and hot food production items.
  • Prepares menu items following amounts on production sheets for patients, staff and visitors.
  • Observes, evaluates and tastes food being cooked to improve flavor or texture as needed.
  • Procures food items and necessary equipment from storage areas.
  • Assists with inventory controls to conform to budget.
  • Maintains a neat orderly work area and keeps cooking equipment clean to department standards.
  • Demonstrates proper techniques in storage, handling and holding of food items produced.
  • Organizes time and workload to meet food production deadlines Education : High School Diploma/GED required. Additional experience preferred: *Serve Safe Certification preferred. *Must demonstrate proficiency with department related competencies

Description copied from Opelousas General Health System's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.

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