Cook (3510)

Causecollectivelincoln; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterPointe in Lincoln, NE is hiring a Cook to join the kitchen team at our Lincoln Residential programs. You will be responsible for meal preparation, meal service, and cleanup alongside teammates. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, two years in food service, a Nebraska driver’s license, and a Class II Food Handler’s Permit.

Must be 21+ and able to lift up to 50 pounds. CenterPointe offers a supportive work culture focused on balance, professional development, and a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of food service experience in direct food preparation.
• Valid Nebraska driver's license with clean DMV record.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Minimum Class II Food Handler’s Permit.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for residents as part of the kitchen team.
• Serve meals and assist with meal service.
• Assist with cleanup and kitchen sanitation.

Skills

Effective listening

Promptness & flexibility

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years food service experience

Job description

# Cook (3510)Lincoln, NE 68502## Description**THE JOB**The cook position is responsible for meal preparation, meal service, and clean up with the kitchen team at our Lincoln Residential programs.**ABOUT CENTERPOINTE**For more than 52 years, CenterPointe has been a leader in providing holistic, person-centered care for individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. Guided by our mission to help people get better, sooner, for longer, we have expanded our services to meet the evolving needs of our community while incorporating the latest research in integrated care and recovery.Today, CenterPointe offers more than 40 programs across Lincoln and Omaha, including therapy and outpatient services, primary and psychiatric care, residential treatment, crisis response, street outreach, and housing support. We are proud to provide comprehensive, wraparound services grounded in a biopsychosocial model of care, with a strong focus on strength-based and data-driven practices.With campuses in Lincoln (Campus for Health and WellBeing) and Omaha (Campus For Hope), our team supports individuals of all ages and backgrounds through a continuum of care.At CenterPointe, we strive to \"Be the Best\" for the individuals we serve, our communities, and our team. Join us in building a healthier, more hopeful future.**WHAT WE HAVE FOR YOU**- A culture focused on work-life balance, personal and professional growth, inclusion, and engagement - Limitless opportunities for professional training, growth & development, and career advancement, including Professional Development Leave, internal and external trainings, and job enhancement opportunities---**CenterPointe is a proud EEO Employer; candidates of diverse backgrounds, ages, lifestyles, etc. are encouraged to apply!**## Qualifications**WHAT YOU HAVE**Required Skills/Physical abilities: 1. Effective listening. 2. Promptness and flexibility 3. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly. 4. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.Educational/Experience Requirements: 1. High school diploma or equivalent. 2. Two years of food service experience in direct food preparation.Licensing or other requirements: 1. Valid Nebraska driver’s license. Clean DMV record. 2. Must be at least 21 years of age. 3. Minimum of Class II Food Handler’s Permit.Demonstrated Competencies: 1.Adaptability: Adapts to change, open to new ideas and responsibilities 2.Communications: Communicates well (written and verbal), delivers presentations, has good listening skills 3.Dependability: Meets deadlines, works independently, accountable, maintains focus, punctual, good attendance record 4.Ethics: Honest, accountable, maintains confidentiality 5.Sense of Urgency: Meets deadlines, establishes appropriate priority, gets the job done in a timely manner 6.Interpersonal Skills: Builds strong relationships, is flexible/adaptable, works well with others, solicits feedback 7.Teamwork: Accountable to team, works to meet established deliverables, appreciates view of team members, respectful