Cook

Acadia Healthcare; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Cook to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing meals according to approved menus while ensuring compliance with food safety standards. You will coordinate with other kitchen staff and manage inventory, ensuring a smooth operation in a supportive environment. This opportunity is perfect for those who are passionate about food service and eager to contribute to a nurturing atmosphere in a healthcare setting. If you thrive in a collaborative space and enjoy making a difference through your culinary skills, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service, particularly in institutional settings.
• ServSafe Certification preferred for food safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.
• Direct activities of workers assisting in meal preparation.
• Ensure cleanliness and functionality of kitchen equipment.

Skills

Food Preparation

Menu Coordination

Inventory Management

Food Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Training

Job description

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Overview

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Under general direction, implement menus and coordinate food preparation and serve meals.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Cook and prepare food according to approved 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.
  
  

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 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.
  
  

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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