Cook

CenterPointe Hospital Columbia • Columbia, MO

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Do you love bringing people together through great food? Join our team at CenterPointe of Columbia as a Cook and help create fresh, nutritious, and satisfying meals in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Requirements

• Knowledge of safe food handling and preparation
• Strong teamwork and time management skills
• ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain)

Nice To Haves

• Food service or institutional cooking experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Additional education or training in the culinary field
• Two or more years’ experience in food service role in preparing food for institutions, such as school, hospital or cafeteria

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

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED