Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $43,118.88
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Diversity and inclusion commitment
state employee benefits
Job Description
The Missouri Department of Mental Health is a state agency dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. The department plays a vital role in improving the lives of individuals affected by mental health conditions and developmental challenges, helping them to pursue their dreams, live fulfilling lives, and be valued members of their communities. As a government organization, the department provides extensive resources and support to its employees, fostering professional development and career success while prioritizing patient care and community well-being.
This Cook III/Supervisor position is located at 1000 E. 24th St, Kansas Ci... Show More
This Cook III/Supervisor position is located at 1000 E. 24th St, Kansas Ci... Show More
Job Requirements
- No disciplinary action in the previous 12 months
- Possession of a high school diploma or GED
- Minimum of one year experience as Food Service Worker (Cook II) or three years of cooking experience with at least one year supervisory experience
- Ability to work long hours standing and in high temperature conditions
- Ability to supervise and coordinate work of employees and helpers
- Ability to plan menus without professional dietetic principles
- Ability to follow recipes accurately
- Demonstrated punctuality and attendance
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to establish effective working relationships
- Ability to maintain kitchen safety and sanitation standards
Job Qualifications
- One or more years of experience as a Food Service Worker (Cook II)
- Possession of a high school diploma or GED
- Three or more years of commercial, industrial, or institutional cooking experience including one or more years in a supervisory capacity
- Earned credit hours from an accredited college or university in food preparation, Dietetics, Nutrition, Foods and Nutrition, Food Service Management, or related areas may substitute for experience
- ServSafe Certified or Kansas City Health Dept. Food Handler Permit preferred
- Ability to work under minimal supervision
- Ability to orientate, train, assign, and monitor employees
- Strong computer, time management and communication skills
- Knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment for large scale food preparation
- Intermediate knowledge of kitchen management principles, food values, nutrition, special diets, and food safety regulations
- Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to additional responsibilities
- Ability to maintain safety and sanitation standards
- Effective communication and relationship-building skills
Job Duties
- Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu entrees
- Direct operation of a small to moderate size facility kitchen or serve as a shift supervisor in a large facility kitchen
- Supervise and evaluate lower-level employees, Food Service Helpers, offenders, and other helpers
- Prepare work schedules reflecting shifts, days, and hours of work
- Plan menus and ensure adequate quantities of food items are on hand
- Participate in long-range planning and requisitioning of food items and equipment
- Monitor kitchen safety and sanitation standards
- Instruct lower-level employees in food preparation techniques
- Allocate prepared food for distribution to dining rooms
- Supervise cleaning of kitchens and equipment
- Plan and supervise use of leftover food
- Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance
- Perform other related work as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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