Residential Program Cook

Job Type


Full-time

Description

Job Title: Residential Program Cook


Department: Residential Food and Nutrition Services


Reports To: Kitchen Manager


FLSA Status: Non - Exempt


Our mission is to improve the lives of those struggling with mental health and substance use by providing timely access to compassionate and effective behavioral healthcare.

As an organization, we value Authenticity, Integrity, Compassion and Connection; therefore, in Our all our interactions we will walk a courageous path where our values, ideals and actions align to create and maintain authentic connections with others.

Position Overview:

• Plan, prepare, and serve meals and snacks.
• Follow all safety and sanitary rules and regulations related to food handling.
• Prepare meals as instructed and according to menu approved by Kitchen Manager
• As needed, fill in for the Kitchen Manager during sickness and vacation time.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Knowledge and Skills :

• Comply with and manage the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and USDA rules, regulations, and nutritional requirements.
• Organize food preparation and serving operations to meet fixed schedules.
• Prepare food for special occasions.

Kitchen Storage and Organization:

• Maintain daily paperwork, including food temperature logs to monitor and ensure food quality.
• Ensure proper rotation of inventory.
• Maintain kitchen equipment within sanitary specifications.

Maintain Structure and Organization:

• Clean kitchen and cafeteria to maintain professional standards.

What we offer:

• Health insurance - employer pays 100% of base plan premium
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• 10 paid holidays including your birthday
• Paid vacation (PTO accrual)
• Sick leave accrual
• Paid wellness days

Compensation $24-$26/hr(depending on experience)

Hours : 40/week

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS


Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Applicant must pass DHS standards for criminal background check and hold no felony convictions of any kind within the last 3 years.


At least one year preparing food in a professional kitchen