Job Information
Acadia Healthcare Cook - Part Time in LaPlace, Louisiana
Description
Under general direction, implement menus and coordinate food preparation and serve meals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
- Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
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.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
- ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state, facility.
Qualifications
Experience
Preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent required with 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. ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state, facility.
