Cook (FT)

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Cook!

The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals for patients and facility staff according to the approved menu cycle and production sheets.

• Collaborate with kitchen team members to ensure timely and efficient food preparation during service.
• Ensure ingredients and final products are fresh
• Follow recipes, including measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredients
• Bake, grill, steam, and boil meats, vegetables, fish, poultry, and other foods
• Present, garnish, and arrange final dishes
• Occasionally serve food
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, including handling utensils, equipment, and dishes.
• Handle and store ingredients and food
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment and utensils
• Execute opening and closing procedures
• Set up workstations with the required ingredients and equipment
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients
• Monitor station inventory levels
• Be able to adapt to high-pressure situations and busy service periods.

Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for:

Education/Experience: Must have at least two (2) years experience in quantity cooking, a basic knowledge of modified diets; training in food service sanitation and possession of food service food handler’s permit as required; experience utilizing industrial kitchen equipment and utensils; and some prior kitchen supervisory experience helpful.

Additional Skills
- Strong culinary skills and knowledge of cooking techniques.
- Attention to detail in presentation, flavor, and consistency.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented kitchen.
- Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
- Flexibility to work different shifts, including weekends and evenings.
- Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a passion for culinary arts.

Additional Requirements: You may be required to work occasional overtime and flexible hours.

Your Care Matters What we provide for our team:

• 401(k) + matching
• Health insurance
• 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Cafeteria on site
• Employee engagement events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee recognition program
• Free Parking

What sets us apart:

• Career & training development opportunities
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment
• Engaged management team dedicated to your success
• A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations

Disclaimer: Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Ridgeview Institute Smyrna.

Compensation:

This is a Full-Time, non-exempt role, and the expected compensation range is between $16.00 and $18.00hr. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be given to experience and skill level. Join us as our Cook!