Cook

Acadia Healthcare; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve meals, manage kitchen activities, and ensure compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in food service and a passion for culinary arts. Join a dedicated team focused on providing quality nutrition to our patients.

Qualifications

• Two or more years’ experience in food service role preferred.
• ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification required.

Responsibilities

• Cook food according to menus.
• Direct activities of workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.

Skills

Food Preparation

Inventory Control

Sanitation

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Training

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Cook food according to menus.

Direct activities of workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.

Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.

Take inventory of supplies and equipment.

Work with Food Service leadership or Dietitian to ensure menus are varied, nutritionally balanced and appetizing.

Perform and coordinate food production, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory control activities.

Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, quality standards, cost parameters, and appropriate regulatory requirements.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalent required with additional education or training in the culinary field preferred. Two or more years’ experience in food service role in preparing food for institutions, such as school, hospital or cafeteria preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state, facility.