Cook

NewVista Behavioral Health

9d•Onsite

About The Position

New Vista is currently recruiting for Cooks at Arch Vista, a premier Behavioral Health Hospital located in St. Louis, MI. WHO WE ARE The New Vista mission: Inspiring Hope, Restoring Peace of Mind, Healing Lives. At New Vista, our passionate and highly trained team of professionals inspires hope and delivers holistic care to those in need of behavioral health services in a contemporary and healing environment – one that is conducive to providing the life skills needed to regain stability and independence. With a blend of group therapy, clinical treatment, and unique surroundings, our beautiful healthcare centers provide a safe, serene, healing environment for adults and seniors with a variety of complex needs. Our compassionate team members work in a challenging yet rewarding environment where each person is a part of making direct impact on our patient’s lives. COME JOIN OUR TEAM AS COOK AT SUNRISE VISTA! THE ROLE The Cook will manage functions of culinary preparation, execution, and serving according to established menus and recipes.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent.
Specialized training in food service preferred.
Ability to successfully complete an approved sanitation and safety course.
Ability to follow time schedules for meal preparation and serving.
A neat, clean, well-groomed appearance.
General knowledge and understanding of nutrition.
Written and oral communication skills.
Knowledge of quantity food production and serving techniques and food safety/sanitation procedures.
Ability to interact positively with clients, team members, and the public.

Responsibilities

Maintain established meal times by having all items prepared on time.
Maintain all necessary records and documentation.
Label, date, cover, and store all food items properly.
Control food and material waste.
Have knowledge of and ensure compliance with all sanitary and food preparation procedures.
Record refrigerator and freezer temperatures and take corrective action if temperatures are incorrect.
Clean and monitor all kitchen and food preparation equipment to ensure proper working order and quality.
Ensure proper food preparation accuracy, timeliness, presentation, and temperatures for all food items.
Assist Executive Chef in assigned duties related to kitchen operations.
Create a clean, comfortable, and safe environment and ensure that the highest quality of nutritional care is delivered.
Follow facility procedures and regulatory standards for safety and sanitation.
Attend and participate in scheduled training, educational classes, and orientation programs to maintain and enhance quality of care.