Cook  (Full Time)
Location: Olathe, KS

Do you want to serve as a caring role model, while providing excellent meals for children ages 6-18 living in the Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF) at KidsTLC? We want to hear from you!

The Food Service Cook is responsible for the food preparation and service of all meals, maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, adhering to a food service schedule and completing paperwork.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare food according to menus and food safety standards and serve residential youth daily. May also prepare food to support PRTF activities.
Clean and maintain the hygiene and cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas.
Participate in inventory management and storage of food products, Complete and maintain all paperwork related to food production and service as assigned.
Professionally interact with youth, KidsTLC staff, food service distributors, and various Kansas State department management.
Attend classes, in-services, and workshops voluntarily or as assigned by the Food Service Manager including food safety, CRP/First Aid training, etc. Successful completion of the Kansas State Department of Education's (KSDE's) food safety training is a requirement within six months of employment.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be 21 years of age or older, per State requirement related to working with youth
1-2 year experience in residential, institutional, or commercial food service or the equivalent experience. Demonstrated knowledge or experience with National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and Hazardous Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) policies and procedures preferred
The employee must be able to read and follow recipes, be able to measure and read measuring devices, be able to use various kitchen equipment appropriately and safely, and be able to adhere to a planned menu and food service schedule
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact positively with all internal external contacts.
Strong verbal and written skills. Strong problem solving skills
Ability to multi-task and work with changing priorities, as necessary

BENEFITS: KidsTLC offers comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401K, Paid Time-Off, Holiday Pay, Ongoing Training & Development, Career Advancement Opportunities.

KidsTLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or applicable state regulations, KidsTLC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations.