Lead Institutional Cook & Menu Planner

Summit BHC; Statesboro (GA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit BHC in Georgia seeks a dedicated Cook to implement menus, prepare meals for clients, staff and visitors, and ensure nutritious, high-quality meals are served in accordance with dietary guidelines.

The role requires high school graduation and 2+ years in institutional food service; SERV Safe or equivalent certification is preferred. On-site work with standard kitchen operations and infection-control practices.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Two or more years’ experience in food service role in preparing food for institutions, such as school, hospital or cafeteria preferred.
• SERV Safe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state, facility.

Responsibilities

• Plans and prepares foods in accordance with facility policies, approved dietary guidelines and recipes/menus provided by supervisor or Dietician.
• Directs activities of staff who assist in preparing and serving meals.
• Cleans and inspects equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
• Takes inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Applies culinary and cooking techniques needed for special and/or restrictive dietary requirements.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety

Staff supervision

Menu planning

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

SERV Safe Certification

Job description

Summit BHC in Georgia seeks a dedicated Cook to implement menus, prepare meals for clients, staff and visitors, and ensure nutritious, high-quality meals are served in accordance with dietary guidelines.

The role requires high school graduation and 2+ years in institutional food service; SERV Safe or equivalent certification is preferred. On-site work with standard kitchen operations and infection-control practices.