Sr. High-Volume Production Cook – Patient Meal Services Bluebonnet
Baton Rouge General Medical Center, Baton Rouge, LA, United States
What We're Looking For
Where Skill Meets Care in Every Meal
A team-oriented, dependable cook who takes pride in quality food preparation
Ability to perform advanced food preparation and cooking techniques in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to safety, sanitation, and customer service excellence
Experience: Three (3) years of commercial or institutional cooking experience preferred. Looking for experience cooking in high-volume quantities such as school systems, casinos, hospitals, universities, and large catering companies.
Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred
Skills & Knowledge: Knowledge of advanced food preparation and cooking methods; ability to follow recipes, production plans, and safety standards, and skills cooking high-volume production (large quantities).
Why You'll Love Working With Us At Baton Rouge General, our patients aren't the only people we take care of—we take care of our team too. We are proud to offer our employees the benefits and resources they need to be their best selves at work and at home.
Benefits
A comprehensive benefits program for you and your family
Professional development and ongoing support
Employee perks including generous paid time off, flexible positions, and our Baton Rouge General Fit! program
A nationally and locally recognized leader in quality and one of the best healthcare employers in Louisiana
Learn more about our employee perks: https://www.brgeneral.org/about/careers/perks
What You Will Do
Prepare entrees, casseroles, specialty dishes, and complex food items requiring multiple preparation steps
Plan and execute food production to meet daily service and special function needs
Cook specialty and complex food items according to standardized recipes and approved cooking methods
Utilize creativity and expertise to ensure food is appealing in both presentation and taste
Organize and manage workflow to ensure timely food distribution to serving units
Carve and portion meats, fish, and poultry for individual servings
Portion and apportion food according to menus, patient orders, and service requirements
Maintain proper sanitation, health, and safety standards in all food preparation areas
Ensure correct storage, handling, and holding of food items, including leftovers
Safely and appropriately use kitchen equipment
Perform all other duties as assigned
Adhere to all HIPAA regulations applicable to the position
Follow all safety practices including proper use of PPE, hand hygiene, incident reporting, waste handling, and exposure control procedures
Proactively report safety concerns, errors, or potential risks
What Sets BRG Apart
At Baton Rouge General, we are a community of compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar for healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health, one person at a time—and every role plays a vital part in that mission. With more than 600 licensed beds across three campuses, we offer the full spectrum of care—from delivering newborns to providing end-of-life support through hospice. Our clinics throughout Baton Rouge and surrounding areas provide comprehensive primary and specialty care. Ready to be part of a team where your skills make a difference every day? Apply now and grow your career with Baton Rouge General.
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Where Skill Meets Care in Every Meal
A team-oriented, dependable cook who takes pride in quality food preparation
Ability to perform advanced food preparation and cooking techniques in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to safety, sanitation, and customer service excellence
Experience: Three (3) years of commercial or institutional cooking experience preferred. Looking for experience cooking in high-volume quantities such as school systems, casinos, hospitals, universities, and large catering companies.
Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred
Skills & Knowledge: Knowledge of advanced food preparation and cooking methods; ability to follow recipes, production plans, and safety standards, and skills cooking high-volume production (large quantities).
Why You'll Love Working With Us At Baton Rouge General, our patients aren't the only people we take care of—we take care of our team too. We are proud to offer our employees the benefits and resources they need to be their best selves at work and at home.
Benefits
A comprehensive benefits program for you and your family
Professional development and ongoing support
Employee perks including generous paid time off, flexible positions, and our Baton Rouge General Fit! program
A nationally and locally recognized leader in quality and one of the best healthcare employers in Louisiana
Learn more about our employee perks: https://www.brgeneral.org/about/careers/perks
What You Will Do
Prepare entrees, casseroles, specialty dishes, and complex food items requiring multiple preparation steps
Plan and execute food production to meet daily service and special function needs
Cook specialty and complex food items according to standardized recipes and approved cooking methods
Utilize creativity and expertise to ensure food is appealing in both presentation and taste
Organize and manage workflow to ensure timely food distribution to serving units
Carve and portion meats, fish, and poultry for individual servings
Portion and apportion food according to menus, patient orders, and service requirements
Maintain proper sanitation, health, and safety standards in all food preparation areas
Ensure correct storage, handling, and holding of food items, including leftovers
Safely and appropriately use kitchen equipment
Perform all other duties as assigned
Adhere to all HIPAA regulations applicable to the position
Follow all safety practices including proper use of PPE, hand hygiene, incident reporting, waste handling, and exposure control procedures
Proactively report safety concerns, errors, or potential risks
What Sets BRG Apart
At Baton Rouge General, we are a community of compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar for healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health, one person at a time—and every role plays a vital part in that mission. With more than 600 licensed beds across three campuses, we offer the full spectrum of care—from delivering newborns to providing end-of-life support through hospice. Our clinics throughout Baton Rouge and surrounding areas provide comprehensive primary and specialty care. Ready to be part of a team where your skills make a difference every day? Apply now and grow your career with Baton Rouge General.
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