Job Description:

Job Title: Cook

Location: Columbia, Missouri

Department: Recovery Services

Time Type: Full Time, 40 hours per week

Job Summary:

As a Cook, you will prepare food on a large scale under the supervision of the Food Service Supervisor, following established menus and USDA guidelines. You will accommodate dietary restrictions as needed and ensure that food adheres to specified standards while maintaining a positive attitude towards clients. Our ideal candidate has a thorough knowledge of food preparation techniques, is reliable, motivated, and demonstrates initiative and creativity in the kitchen.

Position Perks and Benefits:

Competitive hourly rateOpportunities for professional growth and advancementFriendly and supportive work environmentFlexible schedulingProfessional development opportunitiesRecognition and reward programsPaid time off and holidaysHealth, dental, and vision insurance401(k) plan with company match

Key Responsibilities:

Keep track of daily logs for refrigerator, freezer, and dishwasher usage.Ensure food meets specified standards and record compliance for each meal.Coordinate the daily menu, including thawing and preparing frozen meat.Minimize food waste and efficiently utilize leftovers within mandated timeframes.Follow menus and maintain a log for any substitutions or adjustments.Prepare and deliver snacks, documenting any changes made.Clean equipment, dishes, and work areas, and restock the cafeteria.Report equipment issues to the supervisor promptly.Communicate effectively with coworkers and departments to meet client needs.Assist with tracking and communicating supply needs to management.Prepare and serve meals according to established menus and nutritional guidelines.Assist with cleanup during and after meals and properly store leftovers.Prep meals for the next day as supplies allow and prepare food for special events as requested.Maintain records of menu substitutions and contribute to menu planning based on observations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of large-scale food preparation and cooking methods.Ability to read and write simple correspondence and follow safety regulations.Adaptability to change, initiative, reliability, and creativity.Ability to read, interpret documents, communicate effectively, and write reports.Basic math skills and the capability to follow directions and accept supervision.

Experience and Education Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED required.Minimum of one year of employment history in a food service setting preferred.Basic understanding of nutrition is beneficial.

Supervisory Requirements:

None

Employment Requirements:

Must provide evidence of being free from infectious diseases, including TB, prior to beginning employment and annually thereafter.Successful completion of background checks (criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint).Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment.All training requirements, including Relias training, 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 and ServSafe course.Obtained Hepatitis A vaccination prior to handling food products (required for all St. Louis area staff).

Physical Requirements:

ADA Consideration: Sedentary work involving the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently for lifting, carrying, or pulling objects.Sedentary work primarily involves sitting but may include walking or standing for brief periods, meeting the criteria for sedentary jobs.

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.

Burrell is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.