Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our team in Castle Rock, CO.

As a Cook , you will play a vital role in creating nutritious, patient-centered meal plans. As a key collaborator with the Managing Chef, you'll oversee menu planning, accommodate dietary needs, and collaborate with a kitchen team dedicated to maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.

Make a meaningful impact on patients' well-being by delivering meals that are nutritious, flavorful, and tailored to their individual health needs and preferences.

Position Details :

• Schedule : Full-time.
• Location : Castle Rock, CO (On-site).
• Compensation : $18 - $21.50 hourly.
• Application Deadline : Estimated for October 31st, 2024.

Why Join Us?

Banyan Treatment Centers stands as a nationally recognized leader in addiction and mental health care, boasting a comprehensive continuum of care and holding the esteemed Joint Commission Accreditation (Gold Seal of Approval).

From our inception, we've evolved into an authority and innovator in addiction care and mental health treatment, extending our services across 18 locations and providing Telehealth options throughout the United States.

Our collective mission is straightforward yet powerful : to liberate individuals from the shackles of addiction. With a team representing diverse backgrounds, many of whom have firsthand experience with addiction, we resonate with the very community we serve.

Leveraging our expansive team of dedicated professionals and a well-established infrastructure, we deliver personalized treatment to support everyone who seeks our assistance.

What We Offer :

• A fast-paced, collaborative work environment
• Weekly Pay-Cycle- pay day is every Friday!
• CPR Training
• Continuing Education Units for license renewal
• Internal promotional opportunities
• Annual merit increases
• Employee Assistance and Referral Programs

Comprehensive benefits for full-time employees :

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Whole and Term Life Insurance
• Short and Long-term disability Insurance
• 401(k) Benefit with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• 7 Paid Holidays, inclusive of a floating Holiday to use at your discretion.

Key Responsibilities :

• Collaborate with the Managing Chef to create balanced meal plans that meet residents' dietary needs.
• Plan menus that accommodate dietary restrictions due to health conditions, allergies, or cultural preferences.
• Oversee meal preparation, ensuring recipes, portion sizes, and hygiene standards are followed.
• Supervise kitchen staff and provide training as needed.
• Maintain inventory, order supplies, and manage food storage to minimize waste.
• Enforce hygiene and sanitation practices, following health regulations.
• Communicate with staff to coordinate meal schedules and address dietary concerns.
• Collaborate with dietitians and healthcare professionals to meet specific dietary needs.
• Ensure food quality through regular monitoring and adjustments.

Requirements :

• At least 1 years of experience as a Cook or in a related role.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• An active ServSafe certification or willingness to attain it prior to start.

Preferences :

• Food services experience in a residential or hospital setting.
• Associate's degree or higher.

Abilities and Skills :

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy cookware.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to cleanliness.
• Effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
• Familiarity with meal preparation in a residential setting.
• Reliability and punctuality.

Apply Now!

If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a mission-driven team, we encourage you to apply today!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

We do encourage veterans & active-duty Military to apply, in support of our Military-Veterans in Recovery (MVIR) Program offering.