Cook

Brightli • Salem, MO

13d

About The Position

Join our compassionate, collaborative team and make a meaningful difference by preparing nutritious meals that support residents' recovery and wellbeing. Five reasons to apply: meaningful mission-driven work; hands-on food prep experience; opportunities to contribute to menu planning; supportive team environment; skill-building in large-scale food service and safety. We seek a reliable, adaptable, and motivated cook with strong food-prep skills, attention to detail, and a positive attitude toward clients. Prepare and serve meals according to established menus and USDA nutritional guidelines, accommodate dietary restrictions when needed, maintain food safety records and logs, assist with meal prep for upcoming service, and support clean-up and kitchen maintenance in coordination with the Food Service Supervisor and other departments. This position offers… · Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost · Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel · Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition · Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce · Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one year of employment history.
• Successful completion of ServSafe course.
• Must provide evidence of being free of infectious/contagious disease (e.g., TB) prior to hire and annually as required.
• Successful completion of background checks (criminal, driving record, abuse/neglect) and fingerprinting as required.
• Completion of New Hire Orientation and training (including Relias) at hire and annually.
• Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
• Successful completion of First Aid training.
• Hepatitis A vaccination for St. Louis area staff (not applicable unless specified otherwise).
• Ability to read, write, perform basic math, follow instructions, and communicate effectively.
• Reliable, adaptable, motivated, cooperative, and able to follow supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Basic understanding of nutrition is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals and snacks according to established menus and USDA/nutritional guidelines, including preparing alternative meals to meet dietary restrictions.
• Thaw, prep, cook, and portion large-quantity food items (including frozen meats) and assist with prep for the next day or special events as supplies allow.
• Maintain daily logs for refrigerator, freezer, and dishwasher usage; document food temperatures, meal records, and any menu substitutions.
• Minimize food waste by using leftovers within mandated timeframes and maintaining accurate records of substitutions.
• Clean and sanitize equipment, dishes, work areas, and cafeteria spaces; restock supplies and report equipment issues to the Food Service Supervisor.
• Coordinate with coworkers and other departments to meet client needs, communicate supply needs to the manager, and provide input on menu planning and resident observations.
• Assist with meal-time clean-up and proper storage of leftovers; provide at least 4 hours’ notice if unable to attend a scheduled shift.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
• Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

What This Job Offers

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