Cook (FT)

Ridgeview Institute - Smyrna; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + matching

Health insurance

100% company-paid life insurance up to

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

100% company-paid long-term disability

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Cafeteria on site

Employee engagement events

Employee assistance program

Employee recognition program

Free Parking

Job summary

Ridgeview Institute Smyrna is seeking a skilled Cook to join our kitchen team, preparing breakfast, lunch, and dinner for patients and staff in line with approved menus and production sheets. You will collaborate with colleagues to ensure timely service, maintain high standards of food safety, and present dishes with care while following recipes and quality controls.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a full-time, non-exempt role with a pay range of $16.00–$18.00 per hour, reflecting

Qualifications

• Must have at least two years of experience in quantity cooking.
• Basic knowledge of modified diets.
• Training in food service sanitation and possession of a food handler’s permit as required.
• Experience utilizing industrial kitchen equipment and some prior kitchen supervisory experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with kitchen team to ensure timely and efficient food preparation during service.
• Ensure ingredients and final products are fresh.
• Follow recipes, including measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredients.
• Bake, grill, steam, and boil meats, vegetables, fish, poultry, and other foods.
• Present, garnish, and arrange final dishes.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, including handling utensils, equipment, and dishes.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• Execute opening and closing procedures.
• Set up workstations with required ingredients and equipment.
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients.
• Monitor station inventory levels.

Skills

Quantity cooking

Food safety practices

Team collaboration

Food handler permit

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Cook!

Your Work Matters

How will you make a difference

The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals for patients and facility staff according to the approved menu cycle and production sheets.

• Collaborate with kitchen team members to ensure timely and efficient food preparation during service.
• Ensure ingredients and final products are fresh
• Follow recipes, including measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredients
• Bake, grill, steam, and boil meats, vegetables, fish, poultry, and other foods
• Present, garnish, and arrange final dishes
• Occasionally serve food
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, including handling utensils, equipment, and dishes.
• Handle and store ingredients and food
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils
• Execute opening and closing procedures
• Set up workstations with the required ingredients and equipment
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients
• Monitor station inventory levels
• Be able to adapt to high-pressure situations and busy service periods.

Your Experience Matters What We’re Looking For

• Education/Experience: Must have at least two (2) years of experience in quantity cooking, a basic knowledge of modified diets; training in food service sanitation and possession of a food service food handler’s permit as required; experience utilizing industrial kitchen equipment and utensils; and some prior kitchen supervisory experience is helpful.
• Additional Skills
  • Strong culinary skills and knowledge of cooking techniques.
  • Attention to detail in presentation, flavor, and consistency.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented kitchen.
  • Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
  • Flexibility to work different shifts, including weekends and evenings.
  • Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a passion for culinary arts.
• Additional Requirements: You may be required to work occasional overtime and flexible hours.

Your Care Matters What We Provide For Our Team

• 401(k) + matching
• Health insurance
• 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Cafeteria on site
• Employee engagement events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee recognition program
• Free Parking

What Sets Us Apart

• Career & training development opportunities
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment
• Engaged management team dedicated to your success
• A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations

Disclaimer: Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Ridgeview Institute Smyrna.

Compensation

This is a Full-Time, non-exempt role, and the expected compensation range is between $16.00 and $18.00/hr. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and we will consider experience and skill level. Join us as our Cook!