Adult Residential Services - Cook

Southeastern Integrated Care LLC • Parkton, NC

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About The Position

Prepare hot and cold foods using recipes, menu schedules, food safety and sanitation guidelines. Ensure standards for appearance, temperature and palatability of foods are met. Utilize tools for forecasting food quantities for preparation for residents. Maintain a safe, clean and sanitary work environment.

As the Cook at a 78-bed substance use disorder residential facility, your main responsibility will be to oversee the preparation and delivery of meals to the residents. Your focus will be on providing nutritional balanced meals that are diabetic-friendly and incorporate farm-to-table ingredients.

By focusing on providing nutritional balanced meals, diabetic-friendly options, and incorporating a farm-to-table approach, you will play a vital role in supporting the overall health and well-being of the residents at the substance use disorder residential facility.

Requirements

• Must possess at a minimum High School Diploma/GED.
• Previous experience as a cook in a similar setting, preferably in a residential facility or healthcare environment.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and recipes. Ability to calculate simple math equations.
• Clear Healthcare Registry report.

Nice To Haves

• A culinary degree or relevant certification is preferred, demonstrating a strong foundation in cooking techniques and nutrition.
• Experience in cooking diabetic-friendly and nutritionally balanced meals is highly desirable.
• Two years food service cook experience. Preferred institutional food service experience.
• Servesafe food handler certification.

Responsibilities

• Menu Planning: Develop menus that offer a variety of nutritious and well-balanced meals, taking into consideration dietary restrictions and preferences of the residents.
• Meal Preparation: Prepare meals in accordance with established recipes, ensuring that the food is cooked to the appropriate temperature and meets food safety standards. Pay special attention to creating diabetic-friendly meals, limiting added sugars and carbohydrates.
• Farm-to-Table Approach: Incorporate fresh and locally sourced ingredients whenever possible, promoting a farm-to-table approach to enhance the nutritional value and taste of the meals.
• Dietary Accommodations: Accommodate special dietary needs, such as vegetarian, gluten-free, and lactose-free diets, ensuring that all residents receive meals that meet their specific requirements.
• Kitchen Management: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, including inventory management, equipment maintenance, and adherence to food safety regulations. Ensure that the kitchen is clean, organized, and operates efficiently.
• Staff Training and Supervision: Train and supervise kitchen staff, ensuring that they follow proper cooking techniques, portion control, and food handling procedures. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Budget Management: Manage the kitchen budget, including purchasing ingredients, controlling costs, and minimizing waste. Seek cost-effective solutions without compromising the quality and nutritional value of the meals.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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