Nutritional Cook for Juvenile Facility

16th Circuit; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,231; Full time

Job summary

16th Circuit in Lee's Summit, MO seeks a Cook for Support Services to prepare, season, cook, and serve nutritious meals for juvenile residents. You will follow daily menus, adjust portions, and ensure food safety and sanitation in a busy kitchen.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of institutional cooking experience. A valid driver's license may be required for designated meal delivery by van; background screenings apply.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent plus one year of institutional/cafeteria cooking experience.
• Knowledge of nutritional requirements; knowledge of institutional food service operation.
• Ability to operate a computer and read small print accurately.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license for designated meals delivery.

Responsibilities

• Review daily menus and plan preparation according to head count.
• Prepare, season and cook soups, meats, vegetables, desserts per menus and portions.
• Monitor food temperatures and ensure safe handling and storage.
• Portion food onto serving trays and maintain clean work areas and equipment.
• Complete daily logs on production, temperatures, and inventories.

Skills

Nutritional knowledge

Institutional food service

Computer skills

Kitchen equipment operation

Safety and sanitation

Education

High School diploma or GED

1 year institutional/cafeteria cooking experience

Tools

Slicer

Mixer

Steamer

Gas range

Steam table

Dishwasher

Job description

16th Circuit in Lee's Summit, MO seeks a Cook for Support Services to prepare, season, cook, and serve nutritious meals for juvenile residents. You will follow daily menus, adjust portions, and ensure food safety and sanitation in a busy kitchen.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of institutional cooking experience. A valid driver's license may be required for designated meal delivery by van; background screenings apply.