Job Summary
The Hospital Chef / Cook is responsible for preparing safe, nutritious, and high-quality meals for patients, employees, and visitors. The role ensures meals are prepared according to approved menus, patient dietary requirements, food safety standards, and hospital procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare patient meals according to prescribed diets and special dietary requirements in coordination with the Clinical Nutrition team
- Ensure food is prepared, handled, stored, and served safely in accordance with hygiene and food safety standards
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas, equipment, utensils, and food preparation areas
- Monitor food supplies, minimize wastage, and comply with hospital policies, infection prevention requirements, and food safety procedures
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or Certificate/Diploma in Culinary Arts, Food Production, or a related field
- 1-3 years of experience as a Chef or Cook in a hospital, hotel, catering company, restaurant, or large-scale food service operation
- Healthcare or hospital food service experience is preferred
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, HACCP, and special dietary requirements is an advantage
