Lead Institutional Cook – Menus, Service & Inventory

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

Job summary

BURKTC in Hudson, WI is seeking a kitchen lead to implement menus and coordinate meal service. You will cook, supervise staff, and ensure meals meet nutritional and quality standards for the facility.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (culinary training preferred) and at least two years of institutional food service experience. ServSafe or similar certification is required where state regulations apply. This is a full-time position with competitive hourly pay.

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

Staff supervision

Menu coordination

Food prep

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary training preferred

Job description

BURKTC in Hudson, WI is seeking a kitchen lead to implement menus and coordinate meal service. You will cook, supervise staff, and ensure meals meet nutritional and quality standards for the facility.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (culinary training preferred) and at least two years of institutional food service experience. ServSafe or similar certification is required where state regulations apply. This is a full-time position with competitive hourly pay.