Cook

Acadia Healthcare; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Food Service Worker to join their team. This role involves ensuring cleanliness and safety in food preparation and service, while working closely with leadership to maintain high standards of nutrition and compliance. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with opportunities for professional growth within a national network. If you have a passion for food service and teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Comprehensive Training Program

Opportunities for Professional Growth

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in food service roles in institutional settings.
• ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and inspect kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Coordinate food production and inventory control activities.
• Ensure compliance with food safety policies and quality standards.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Team Collaboration

Sanitation Procedures

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Education

Job description

Lafayette LA 70501
Vermilion Behavioral Health Systems | LFYTT
2520 N. University Ave
Lafayette, LA 70501, USA

We are seeking a Food Service Worker to join our team at Vermilion Behavioral Health Systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for:

1. Cleaning and inspecting equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.
2. Taking inventory of supplies and equipment.
3. Working with Food Service leadership and/or Dietitian to ensure menus are varied, nutritionally balanced, and appealing.
4. Performing and coordinating food production, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory control activities.
5. Ensuring compliance with policies, quality standards, cost parameters, and regulatory requirements.
6. Performing routine sanitation tasks in kitchen, dining, or serving areas.
7. Properly preparing, serving, and storing food according to facility policies.
8. Utilizing proper service methods and food handling techniques to ensure quality.
9. Applying sanitation procedures to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
10. Adhering to menu and special diet compliance, and reporting any dietary concerns or non-compliance.
11. Performing other duties as assigned.

Preferred qualifications include ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification.

Benefits include:

• Competitive hourly rate
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Comprehensive training program
• Opportunities for professional growth within a national network of hospitals and facilities

All new hires will participate in a 4-day orientation prior to on-the-job training. The position involves full-time 8-hour shifts with every other weekend off.

Qualifications and Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Additional culinary education or training preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in food service roles in institutional settings.
• ServSafe Certification or similar, as required by the state or facility.

Behaviors and Motivations:

• Dedicated: Loyalty and integrity in task completion.
• Team Player: Ability to work well within a team.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. All applicants will be notified of their rights under federal employment laws.