Cook

Acadia Healthcare; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation & bonus

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a full-time Cook in Madison, WI. This role supports menu planning, food preparation, and serving meals, including supervising kitchen staff and maintaining safety standards.

Responsibilities include inventory, equipment upkeep, and coordination with leadership to ensure nutritious, appealing menus. Preference given to candidates with ServSafe certification and prior institutional food-service experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two+ years’ experience in food service preparing meals for institutions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.
• Direct activities of workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
• Clean and inspect equipment and work areas for cleanliness and function.
• Take inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Coordinate with Food Service leadership or Dietitian to ensure varied, nutritious menus.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Overview

Full time

Cook

Every other weekend

Why Join

• Competitive compensation with industry leading annual performance-based bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match to support your financial future
• Generous paid time off for vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Professional development & leadership training to sharpen your skills

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.

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