Institutional Cook & Menu Lead

Acadia Healthcare; Texarkana (AR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Texarkana, AR is seeking a cook to implement menus and coordinate food preparation and meal service. You will prepare food per approved menus and supervise staff assisting with meals.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, culinary training preferred, and 2+ years in institutional food service. ServSafe or similar certification may be required by state facilities.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Food preparation

Leadership

Menu coordination

Education

High school diploma

Culinary training

Job description

Acadia Healthcare in Texarkana, AR is seeking a cook to implement menus and coordinate food preparation and meal service. You will prepare food per approved menus and supervise staff assisting with meals.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, culinary training preferred, and 2+ years in institutional food service. ServSafe or similar certification may be required by state facilities.