Cook
JAMES BARRY-ROBINSON INSTITUTE
Summary
We are seeking a dedicated, professional Cook to join our campus nutrition team in Norfolk, VA. This position plays a key role in preparing meals in accordance with daily menus and supporting the overall operation of our kitchen—including inventory management, compliance documentation, and menu planning.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Prepare meals from menus planned by the Director or Production Manager.
- Prepare and decorate residential cakes for all dorms.
- Maintain inventory and prepare menus for special functions as ordered by Department Managers or Dorms.
- Ensure cleanliness and sanitization of all work areas and inventory supplies for department.
- Follow USDA Food Program, Norfolk Health and Fire Department compliance.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience handling all aspects of food preparation and kitchen equipment
- Valid Norfolk Food Handler’s Certificate (or obtained shortly after hire); ServSafe Certification highly preferred
- Ability to lift at least 50 lbs and push/pull carts exceeding 200 lbs
- Adherence to high personal hygiene and sanitation standards
Minimum Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent (may be waived depending upon years of experience).
- Must be able to understand and work with the type of residents that are served by the Center.
- Requires 1 year experience as a Cook with equivalent professional school experience preferred.
- Catering experience preferred.
- Must hold a valid Norfolk Food Handlers Certificate.
- Must have a high standard of personal hygiene and accepted sanitary procedures.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience handling all aspects of food preparation and kitchen equipment
- Valid Norfolk Food Handler’s Certificate (or obtained shortly after hire)
- ServSafe Certification highly preferred
- Ability to lift at least 50 lbs and push/pull carts exceeding 200 lbs
- Adherence to high personal hygiene and sanitation standards
- Requires 1 year experience as a Cook
- Catering experience preferred
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Annual Leave
- Paid Sick Leave
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Employee Assistance Program
Company overview
The James Barry-Robinson Institute is a specialized mental health care organization dedicated to providing comprehensive behavioral health services. As a healthcare provider focused on mental wellness, the institute offers a range of therapeutic interventions and support programs for individuals facing various mental health challenges. The organization operates with a patient-centered approach, emphasizing evidence-based treatments and personalized care plans. While specific details about the institute's founding and exact service offerings are not available in the current search results, organizations with similar names typically provide outpatient counseling, psychiatric services, and specialized mental health programs. The institute likely serves its community through clinical services, educational outreach, and collaborative partnerships with other healthcare providers. Mental health care institutions like the James Barry-Robinson Institute play a crucial role in addressing the growing need for accessible and quality mental health services, contributing to overall community wellbeing and supporting individuals in their recovery journeys.