Cook

Harboroaks; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Wilmington, North Carolina is looking for a dedicated culinary professional to oversee food preparation and menu implementation. This role requires strong leadership and food safety skills to ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and meets quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have a background in food service with a focus on institutional meal preparation. Experience in leading a team and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen is essential.

Qualifications

• Preferred: high school diploma or equivalent.
• Training or education in culinary arts is a plus.
• Two or more years of food service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.
• Direct workers in food preparation and serving.
• Clean and inspect kitchen equipment and areas.

Skills

Food preparation

Time management

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Training in the culinary field

Tools

Kitchen appliances

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Overview

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.

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