Cook

PURPOSE STATEMENT:Under general direction, implement menus and coordinate food preparation and serve meals.Covington Behavioral Health Hospital is a licensed 104-bed center that specializes in treating adult patients who have been experiencing acute changes in their emotional and mental well-being.Covington provides inpatient treatment to alleviate distress, provide stability, and improve each patient's ability to live a productive and satisfying life.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.Direct activities of workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.Take inventory of supplies and equipment.Work with Food Service leadership or Dietitian to ensure menus are varied, nutritionally balanced and appetizing.Perform and coordinate food production, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory control activities.Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, quality standards, cost parameters, and appropriate regulatory requirements.OTHER FUNCTIONS:* Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:High school diploma or equivalent preferred.Additional education or training in the culinary field preferred.Two or more years' experience in food service role in preparing food for institutions, such as school, hospital or cafeteria preferred.LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:* ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state, facility.While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.