Institutional Cook: Nutritious Meals for Youth

Jackson County Missouri; United States; On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,231; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vacation time

Sick leave

Pension plan

Job summary

Jackson County Missouri is looking for a cook to prepare and serve nutritional meals for juvenile residents. The role involves planning meals, ensuring dietary needs are met, and maintaining cleanliness in a commercial kitchen environment.

Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma and one year of cooking experience in an institutional setting. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and excellent benefits including health care, vacation time, and a pension plan.

Qualifications

• One year of institutional/cafeteria cooking experience.
• Valid driver’s license from state of residence.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, season, cook, and serve meals for residents.
• Review daily menus and adjust recipe quantities.
• Check for food allergies and plan substitute meals.
• Interact with residents to accommodate meal changes.
• Clean serving line equipment and food prep areas.

Skills

Knowledge of nutritional requirements

Skill in operating institutional kitchen equipment

Ability to positively interact with juvenile residents

Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds

Ability to work in a commercial kitchen environment

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Tools

Institutional kitchen equipment

Job description

Jackson County Missouri is looking for a cook to prepare and serve nutritional meals for juvenile residents. The role involves planning meals, ensuring dietary needs are met, and maintaining cleanliness in a commercial kitchen environment.

Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma and one year of cooking experience in an institutional setting. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and excellent benefits including health care, vacation time, and a pension plan.