Residential Cook

Merakey • Beaver Falls, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Merakey is seeking a Residential Cook for its Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania location. The Cook prepares meals in accordance with the LTSR Resident Daily Schedule, creates grocery shopping lists based on routine inventory, and purchases food items cost-effectively through community and LTSR-provided vendors. The role also includes food preparation for unscheduled workdays and packing, disposing of, and storing food in accordance with policy and regulatory guidelines. The Cook applies quantity food production and preparation knowledge, maintains a clean and sanitary work area, follows safe food-handling practices, and interacts with residents who have mental illness. The advertised pay is $18.50 per hour with selection of the Enhanced Pay Option.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Certified food handler through the Department of Health (ServSafe), or eligible to become certified.
• Valid driver's license.
• All clearances required by OMHSAS.

Nice To Haves

• One year of cooking experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to the LTSR Resident Daily Schedule.
• Prepare grocery shopping lists through routine inventory.
• Purchase food items cost-effectively and efficiently using community and LTSR-provided vendors.
• Prepare food for unscheduled workdays.
• Pack, dispose of, and store food according to policy and regulatory guidelines.
• Apply knowledge and experience in quantity food production and preparation.
• Clean and sanitize the work area and use safe food-handling techniques.
• Interact with residents who have mental illness.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth employee contribution options.
• DailyPay access to earned pay.
• Goga well-being platform with self-care tools and resources.
• Care.com access for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning.

What This Job Offers

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