Lead Institutional Cook: Menu Prep & Food Safety

Longleaf Hospital; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Alexandria, LA seeks a skilled cook to implement menus and coordinate food preparation for meals in a healthcare setting. Under general direction, you will work with Food Service leadership to ensure nutritious, appetizing options for patients and staff.

You will supervise kitchen staff, maintain cleanliness, inventory, and compliance with safety standards, and support Dietitian-approved menus while delivering reliable, high-quality service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Additional education or training in the culinary field preferred.
• Two or more years of 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.

Job description

Acadia Healthcare in Alexandria, LA seeks a skilled cook to implement menus and coordinate food preparation for meals in a healthcare setting. Under general direction, you will work with Food Service leadership to ensure nutritious, appetizing options for patients and staff.

You will supervise kitchen staff, maintain cleanliness, inventory, and compliance with safety standards, and support Dietitian-approved menus while delivering reliable, high-quality service in a fast-paced environment.