COOK- Part Time Tues-Sat 6am-12:30pm

Acadia • Forest Knolls, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Serenity Knolls, a premier residential treatment center in Forest Knolls, is seeking a Cook to join their culinary team. This is a part-time position with shifts available on Tuesdays through Saturdays from 6 am to 12:30 pm. The facility is a 42-bed co-ed treatment center serving adults, uniquely combining a traditional social model of care with contemporary evidence-based practices. The Cook will play a vital role in preparing nutritious and appetizing meals for the residents.

Requirements

• Experience cooking for large groups
• Dependable, team-oriented, and flexible
• Willing to work 5, 6 hour shifts with 1 weekend day coverage per week.
• Shift availability either Wed-Sat or Thurs-Sun, mid day coverage needed.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state, facility.

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.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED