COOK

Minutes away from Orlando, La Amistad Behavioral Health Services is set in quiet, residential areas in Maitland and Winter Park, Florida. We treat individuals ranging from children and adolescents to adults. We have treatment programs for psychiatric issues, chemical dependency issues, and dual diagnosis for those suffering from both.

The greatest asset at our mental health facility is our staff, comprising highly-qualified psychiatrists, psychologists, professional nurses, social workers, therapists and psychiatric attendants who work as a team to uphold La Amistad's reputation for excellence in helping patients resolve behavioral health problems.

La Amistad Behavioral Health Services is a leader in the field of behavioral health care, and our experts are committed to providing the highest quality of care in an atmosphere that nurtures healing and growth. La Amistad enjoys full accreditation by The Joint Commission. La Amistad believes in building healthy communities, which start with healthy individuals, linked through sound relationships to their families, friends, neighbors and peers.

La Amistad current full-time opening: Cook/Dietary Technician.

The Cook is responsible for the preparation and service of breakfast, lunch and dinner meals for patients and facility staff according to the approved menu cycle, recipes and production sheets. The Cook opens the kitchen and ensure organization of daily events. The Cook complies with facility and departmental policies and procedures regarding food services offered. Follow menus and recipes as provided by the Dietary Manager and Dietitian. The Cook prepares meals and beverages according to menu cycle and daily production sheet, providing attention to attractive and tasteful meals.

• Education: High school graduate or equivalency required. Trade or vocational school training preferred.
• Experience: One (1) year experience in a health care facility preferred.
• License/Certification: Food handler permit preferred
• Skills: Must be familiar with inventorying, cooking by recipes, quantity cooking and following written procedures. Food handling and sanitation.
• Physical Requirements: Good physical health and good mental attitude is essential. Stands and walks most of the day. Handles and manipulates equipment. Stoops and reaches for equipment. Lifts and carries food and kitchen equipment. Tastes and smells food to determine quality. Must be able to periodically lift up to 50 lbs.