Job Description:

Job Title: Cook
Location: Springfield, Mo.
Department: Recovery Services
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

The Cook, under the supervision of the Food Service Supervisor, prepares food on a large scale and follows established menus and USDA guidelines. They may need to make alternative meals to accommodate dietary restrictions.

The Cook position offers…

All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, and moreTelemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visitsEmployee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no costPaid Time Off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday payWorkplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement

Key Responsibilities:

Track and communicate food, kitchen and utensil-related supply needs to the Facility/Program Manager, maintaining adequate supplies at all times.Prepare and serve the evening meal according to established menus and consistent with USDA guidelines for serving size and nutritional content.  Note:  An alternative meal/dish offering may be required at times to meet resident dietary requirements or restrictions (e.g., ill resident on a ‘bland’ diet).Provide clean-up services during and after the evening meal, assisting residents with plate clearing as requested.Label and store leftovers appropriately.Prep next day’s morning and evening meals, to the extent that supplies and ‘freshness’ allow.Prepare food for special resident or facility events (e.g., birthday cakes), as needed or requested.Maintain accurate record of menu item substitutions, communicating this to the Facility/Program Manager as requested. Provide input regarding menu planning, nutrition and resident observations as necessary or requested.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:  

Must be at least 21 years of age and have at least a High School Diploma or GED.A working knowledge of nutrition is beneficial as well as experience cooking preparing meals.

Where you’ll be working:

You will be working at our Burrell Park Detox Location in Springfield, MO

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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.

Burrell is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.