Job Description: Job Title: Cook Location: Kirksville, MO Department: Recovery Services Schedule: Monday-Friday Job Summary: As a Cook, under the supervision of the Food Service Supervisor, you will prepare food on a large scale while adhering to established menus and USDA guidelines. Your role will involve making alternative meals to accommodate dietary restrictions and ensuring that meals are prepared to the highest standards for our clients. You will also contribute to minimizing food waste and enhancing the overall dining experience for those you serve. Position Perks and Benefits: + Competitive hourly rate + Opportunities for professional growth and advancement + Friendly and supportive work environment + Flexible scheduling + Professional development opportunities + Recognition and reward programs + Paid time off and holidays + Health, dental, and vision insurance + 401(k) plan with company match Key Responsibilities: + Keep track of daily logs for refrigerator, freezer, and dishwasher usage. + Ensure that food meets specified standards and maintain records for each meal. + Coordinate the daily menu by thawing and preparing frozen meat. + Minimize food waste by using leftovers within mandated timeframes. + Follow menus and maintain a log for any substitutions made. + Prepare and deliver snacks, documenting any changes. + Clean equipment, dishes, and work areas; restock and clean the cafeteria. + Report any equipment issues to the supervisor. + Communicate with coworkers and other departments to meet client needs. + Maintain a positive attitude towards clients. + Assist with tracking and communicating supply needs to the manager. + Prepare and serve meals according to established menus and nutritional guidelines. + Assist with clean-up during and after meals and properly store leftovers. + Prep meals for the next day if supplies allow. + Prepare food for special events as requested. + Maintain records of menu substitutions. + Provide input on menu planning, nutrition, and resident observations. + Notify at least 4 hours in advance if a scheduled shift needs to be missed. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: + Thorough knowledge of food preparation and cooking methods on a large scale, along with an understanding of materials and equipment used in food service operations. + Ability to read and write simple correspondence and follow security and safety regulations. + Strong adaptability, initiative, reliability, motivation, creativity, and cooperation skills. + Proficient in reading and interpreting documents, writing reports, and communicating effectively. + Basic math skills and the ability to handle problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. + Ability to follow directions and accept supervision. Experience and Education Qualifications: + High School Diploma or GED is required. + Minimum of one year of employment history in a related field. + Basic understanding of nutrition is beneficial. Supervisory Requirements: + None Employment Requirements: + Provide evidence of being free from infectious and contagious diseases, such as TB, required prior to beginning employment and annually thereafter. + Successful completion of a background check, including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint check. + Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment. + Fulfillment of all training requirements, including Relias Learning at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter. + Current driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and current auto insurance. + Successful completion of First Aid training is required. + Successful completion of the ServSafe Course. + Obtain Hepatitis A vaccination prior to handling food products, required for all St. Louis area staff. Physical Requirements:ADA Consideration - Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull objects, including the human body. Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shift are common. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may include walking or standing for brief periods. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. Brightli is on a Mission:A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors. Preferred Family Healthcare is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.