Hospital Cook

Summary Job Description: Hospital Cook Various Shifts & Hours Food Service I Lexington, KY The Food & Nutrition Services team at Baptist Health Lexington supports patient care by providing safe, nutritious, and high-quality meals. The Cook II prepares a variety of food items for patient services, cafeteria, and catering while following standardized recipes, culinary standards, and food safety guidelines.

This role ensures quality food production through advanced cooking techniques, proper equipment operation, sanitation practices, and teamwork to deliver exceptional service to patients, visitors, and staff. The Cook II prepares high-quality food for patient dining, cafeteria, catering, and chef stations while following recipes, culinary standards, and food safety guidelines.

Responsibilities include

advanced food preparation, equipment operation, quality presentation, sanitation, mentoring team members, and supporting efficient kitchen operations. Job Description: Prepares and cooks food according to standardized recipes, production schedules, and plating standards while ensuring quality and consistency. Applies proper cooking techniques, measurements, and presentation methods for meals and events.

Follows HACCP, food safety, sanitation, storage, and temperature control procedures to maintain a safe food environment. Operates and maintains kitchen equipment safely and efficiently. Mentors Cook I team members and supports staff development while providing positive customer interactions in service areas.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent 2 years minimum cook experience Serve. Safe Foodservice Handlers or Local Health Department Certification Must complete Rouxbe Culinary Training course within 6 months 2 year Culinary Degree preferred Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave Bereavement Leave (includes pets) PTO Sell Back Program Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation) Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support Retirement with Company Match Identity Theft Protection 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.