Institutional Cook — Menu Execution & Kitchen Lead

Burkwood Treatment Center; Hudson (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Burkwood Treatment Center seeks a kitchen team member to prepare meals and support menu coordination. You will work under direction to implement menus and supervise staff in food preparation and service.

Applicants should have a high school diploma (culinary training preferred) and 2+ years in institutional food service, plus ServSafe or similar certification as required by regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Culinary training or additional education is beneficial.
• Two+ years in food service for institutions (school/hospital/cafeteria) preferred.
• ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification required where state/facility mandates.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.
• Direct activities of workers assisting in preparation and serving meals.
• Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas for cleanliness and safety.
• Take inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Coordinate with Food Service leadership or Dietitian to ensure varied, balanced menus.
• Perform and coordinate food production, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory control.
• Ensure compliance with policies, quality standards, costs, and regulations.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Team supervision

Inventory management

Menu coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary training preferred

Job description

Burkwood Treatment Center seeks a kitchen team member to prepare meals and support menu coordination. You will work under direction to implement menus and supervise staff in food preparation and service.

Applicants should have a high school diploma (culinary training preferred) and 2+ years in institutional food service, plus ServSafe or similar certification as required by regulations.