Cook

Avenir-Senior-Living; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Avenir Behavioral Health Center seeks a dedicated Part-Time Cook to provide full-scope, hands-on food production and ensure compliant, high-quality meals with top sanitation standards.

The role involves patient interactions, routine kitchen operations, and strict adherence to safety guidelines. Experience in healthcare food service and strong teamwork are preferred for success in this position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year cooking experience in a restaurant, healthcare facility, or institutional environment preferred.
• Current State Food Handlers Card / Food Sanitation Certification required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; ability to manage time effectively and follow nutritional guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cycle menus compliant with regulatory dietary and nutritional standards.
• Periodically visit patients to evaluate food service quality, quantity, and presentation to inform operational improvements.
• Strictly adhere to local Health Department, OSHA, and facility sanitation and safety guidelines; maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Utilize kitchen tools including ovens, ranges, steamers, slicers, mixers, and grills safely and efficiently.
• Maintain clear communication with kitchen staff and management, reporting operational issues to the Director of Culinary Services.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Nutritional guidelines

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Reports To: Director, Culinary Services

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

Avenir Behavioral Health Center is seeking a dedicated Part-Time Cook to provide full-scope, hands-on food production. This role is responsible for preparing compliant, high-quality meals while maintaining superior standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and operational organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Food Preparation & Service: Prepare and serve cycle menus compliant with regulatory dietary and nutritional standards. Maintain high standards for food quality, speed, accuracy, appearance, and temperature.
• Patient Interaction: Periodically visit patients to evaluate food service quality, quantity, and presentation to help inform operational improvements.
• Sanitation & Safety: Strictly adhere to local Health Department, OSHA, and facility sanitation and safety guidelines. Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Equipment & Operations: Utilize kitchen tools including ovens, ranges, steamers, slicers, mixers, and grills safely and efficiently.
• Team Communication: Maintain clear communication with kitchen staff and management, reporting operational issues directly to the Director of Culinary Services.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of cooking experience in a restaurant, healthcare facility, or institutional environment preferred.
• Certifications: Current State Food Handlers Card / Food Sanitation Certification required.
• Skills: Strong communication and teamwork skills; ability to manage time effectively and follow nutritional guidelines.

Work Schedule & Physical Requirements

• Schedule: Part-time with variable days and hours, including weekends and holidays as needed.
• Physical Demands: Requires standing and walking for the majority of the shift (up to 90% standing/walking), bending, and ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Working Conditions: Hands-on kitchen setting involving exposure to heat, kitchen equipment hazards, and standard cleaning agents.