Cook

Cook At Blue Ridge Vista

New Vista is currently recruiting for cooks at Blue Ridge Vista, a premier behavioral health hospital located in Cincinnati, OH. Starting pay at: $18-19/hr.

The New Vista mission: Inspiring Hope, Restoring Peace of Mind, Healing Lives. At New Vista, our passionate and highly trained team of professionals inspires hope and delivers holistic care to those in need of behavioral health services in a contemporary and healing environment one that is conducive to providing the life skills needed to regain stability and independence. With a blend of group therapy, clinical treatment, and unique surroundings, our beautiful healthcare centers provide a safe, serene, healing environment for adults and seniors with a variety of complex needs.

Our compassionate team members work in a challenging yet rewarding environment where each person is a part of making direct impact on our patient's lives.

Come join our team as cook at Blue Ridge Vista!

The role

The cook will manage functions of culinary preparation, execution, and serving according to established menus and recipes.

Perks at work

• Medical packages with Rx 3 choices
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Dependent day care spending accounts
• Health spending accounts (HSA) with a company match
• Dental care program 2 choices
• Vision plan
• Life insurance options
• Accidental insurances
• Paid time off + paid holidays
• Employee assistance programs
• 401k with a company match

• Up to $15,000 in tuition reimbursements OR student loan forgiveness
• Mentoring + trainer opportunities through our horizon mentorship program
• Growth in director and CEO positions through our horizon leadership program
• Handle with care trainer certifications

• On the spot recognition prizes
• Team member of the quarter
• Team member of the year
• Monthly celebrations
• Team member recognition cards

Job requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Specialized training in food service preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete an approved sanitation and safety course.
• Ability to follow time schedules for meal preparation and serving.
• A neat, clean, well-groomed appearance.
• General knowledge and understanding of nutrition.
• Written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of quantity food production and serving techniques and food safety/sanitation procedures.
• Ability to interact positively with clients, team members, and the public.

Job responsibilities

• Maintain established meal times by having all items prepared on time.
• Maintain all necessary records and documentation.
• Label, date, cover, and store all food items properly.
• Control food and material waste.
• Have knowledge of and ensure compliance with all sanitary and food preparation procedures.
• Record refrigerator and freezer temperatures and take corrective action if temperatures are incorrect.
• Clean and monitor all kitchen and food preparation equipment to ensure proper working order and quality.
• Ensure proper food preparation accuracy, timeliness, presentation, and temperatures for all food items.
• Assist executive chef in assigned duties related to kitchen operations.
• Create a clean, comfortable, and safe environment and ensure that the highest quality of nutritional care is delivered.
• Follow facility procedures and regulatory standards for safety and sanitation.
• Attend and participate in scheduled training, educational classes, and orientation programs to maintain and enhance quality of care.

Qualified candidates, apply now for a chance to join our outstanding team as we inspire hope, restore peace of mind, and heal lives.