Cook, Senior - SHS

State of Idaho; Blackfoot (ID); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Idaho is seeking a full-time Senior Cook to coordinate meal services for 100 individuals at the State Hospital South in Blackfoot. This role includes meal preparation, portioning, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, alongside benefits such as paid holidays and a robust retirement plan.

Benefits

Nation's best state retirement system (PERSI)

11 paid holidays

Generous vacation and sick leave

Paid parental leave

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Wellness programs

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Approximately two years of experience in large-scale cooking or restaurant.
• Knowledge of food preparation and safety practices.
• Experience training or supervising kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily work for kitchen staff and meal prep.
• Prepare meals according to menus and maintain cleanliness.
• Serve food and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation practices

Supervisory skills

Nutritional understanding

Education

Coursework in nutrition and special diets

Job description

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State Hospital South (SHS) in Blackfoot, Idaho, is seeking a full-time Senior Cook to coordinate meal services for 100 people. This role involves preparing meals, portioning, serving food, and ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations. SHS provides psychiatric inpatient treatment and skilled nursing care for adults with serious mental illnesses, working closely with families and communities to support patient reintegration into the community.

This position is not eligible for telework. Employment is contingent upon a criminal history background check.

Benefits include:

• Nation's best state retirement system (PERSI) with lifetime benefits
• 11 paid holidays
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive rates
• PERSI Choice 401(k) and deferred compensation plan
• Life, disability insurance, and student loan forgiveness
• Wellness programs, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Training opportunities and flexible work hours for some positions

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate daily work for kitchen staff, including meal prep, sanitation, and inventory management
• Prepare meals according to menus and dietary standards, ensuring quality and sanitation
• Serve food, apply garnishes, and maintain cleanliness of kitchen and service areas

Minimum Qualifications:

• Approximately two years of experience in large-scale institutional or restaurant cooking, including recipe following and volume measurement calculations
• Knowledge of food preparation, equipment care, sanitation, and safety practices
• Experience training staff or supervising in a food service setting
• Understanding of nutrition and special diets, with relevant experience or coursework
• Supervisory experience preferred

Additional Information:

Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter demonstrating how they meet the qualifications. For questions, contact [e-mail] or call [phone]. Assistance is available during business hours. The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Application deadline is before 4:59 pm on the closing date, with assistance available during business hours. Use Chrome browser for application submission.