Job Description: Job Title: Cook Location: Salem, Missouri Department: Recovery Services Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary: Join our team as a Cook and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve. We're seeking a dedicated individual with a passion for culinary arts and a heart for helping others. As a Cook, you'll play a crucial role in providing nutritious and delicious meals to our clients, contributing to their overall well-being and quality of life. If you have excellent cooking skills, attention to detail, and a desire to work in a supportive team environment, this position offers an opportunity to grow your culinary career while making a difference in your community. In this role, you'll be responsible for preparing meals on a large scale, following established menus and USDA guidelines. You'll ensure food quality, maintain cleanliness standards, and collaborate with team members to meet client needs. Your creativity and adaptability will be valued as you prepare alternative meals to accommodate dietary restrictions and contribute ideas for menu planning. Salem Missouri provides an excellent quality of life for residents. Join our team and become part of a community that values both professional growth and community service. The Cook position offers… + All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, and more + Telemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits + Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost + Paid Time Off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay + Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement + Opportunity to contribute to menu planning and nutrition initiatives + Ongoing training and professional development in food service and nutrition Key Responsibilities: + Prepare and serve nutritious meals according to established menus and USDA guidelines + Maintain food quality standards and record temperatures for each meal + Coordinate daily menu preparation, including thawing and preparing frozen meats + Minimize food waste and utilize leftovers within mandated timeframes + Prepare alternative meals to accommodate dietary restrictions + Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, dishes, and work areas + Track and communicate supply needs to the manager + Maintain accurate records of menu substitutions and daily logs + Collaborate with coworkers and other departments to meet client needs + Contribute ideas for menu planning and nutrition improvements + Prepare food for special events as requested + Maintain a positive and supportive attitude towards clients Education and/or Experience Qualifications: + High School Diploma or GED required + Minimum of one year of employment history in food service or related field + Basic understanding of nutrition is beneficial Required License/Certification + Successful completion of ServSafe Course Additional Qualifications: + Must be at least 18 years of age + Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance required + Ability to read and interpret recipes, nutritional guidelines, and safety regulations + Strong math skills for recipe scaling and inventory management + Excellent communication and teamwork skills + Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 10 pounds occasionally, and perform repetitive motions + Must complete New Hire Orientation and all required training, including Relias, at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter + Must provide evidence of being free from infectious and contagious diseases, such as TB, prior to beginning employment and annually thereafter + Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint check + First Aid certification required (must be obtained if not already certified) Keywords: Cook, Food Service, Culinary, Nutrition, Meal Preparation, Kitchen Management, Dietary Restrictions, Food Safety, ServSafe, Healthcare Food Service Position Perks & Benefits: Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness Brightli is on a Mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and authentic workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expressions, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors. Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace. About Brightli Brightli is on a mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. We are doing this by forming a new behavioral health organization under new model. Under one parent company, multiple organizations are able to collaborate, share resources and system supports, increase recruiting and retention efforts, increase access to specialized care, and meet the growing demand for behavioral and addiction recovery care. Brightli’s top-line subsidiaries include Burrell Behavioral Health (Burrell), Preferred Family Healthcare (PFH), Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health (SEMO), Firefly, Adult and Child Health, and Places for People. While these organizations operate independently and are governed by separate board of directors, their operations and services benefit from this model. Alone, organizations may be able to navigate the current tumultuous healthcare environment, but we believe that together we can do so much more than survive. Our communities need us now more than ever, and by working together we are ready to answer their call for years to come. Brightli Snapshot + 200 locations + 4 states + 19 subsidiaries and/or affiliates + 5k+ employees