Food Service Cook – Residential Mental Health Program
Position Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM or 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, holidays included and occasional weekends as needed
Position Overview
We are seeking a dependable and compassionate Food Service Cook to oversee daily meal preparation and kitchen operations for a Residential Mental Health Program. This position is responsible for planning menus, ordering food and supplies, maintaining inventory, and preparing nutritious meals for approximately 25 individuals daily, including residents and staff.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys both cooking and organizing kitchen operations. The Food Service Cook plays an important role in supporting the health, wellness, and recovery of residents by ensuring meals are prepared safely, consistently, and in compliance with food safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and prepare daily meals for approximately 16 residents and program staff
- Develop weekly menus that provide nutritious, balanced meal options
- Order food, beverages, and kitchen supplies
- Maintain inventory and ensure adequate stock levels
- Receive and properly store deliveries according to food safety standards
- Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner according to established schedules
- Accommodate special dietary needs as required
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen
- Complete meal counts, inventory logs, and required documentation
- Monitor food quality, portioning, and proper food storage procedures
- Follow all food safety, infection control, and agency policies
What We Offer
- Full-time, stable schedule
- Supportive, team-based work environment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a residential mental health program
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Benefits package available for eligible employees
Join our team and help provide the nutrition, structure, and care that support recovery and wellness for individuals receiving residential mental health services.
Qualifications
- Prior cooking or food service experience required
- Experience with menu planning, food ordering, and inventory management preferred
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Ability to work independently and manage daily kitchen operations
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Dependable attendance and flexibility with scheduling
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift food and kitchen supplies as needed
- All employees are expected to provide acceptable FBI, PA Criminal Clearance, and Child Abuse Clearances.
