Community Kitchen Cook & Meal Planner

Miami Valley Housing Opportunities; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami Valley Housing Opportunities seeks a New Hope Villa Lead Cook assistant to support meal preparation and keep kitchen sanitary for MVHO residents. This role involves following menus, ordering and verifying quantities, and coordinating with staff for timely meals.

The suitable candidate will assist with inventory, food safety, and serving meals daily, ensuring healthy options and respectful interaction with residents and staff.

Qualifications

• Must have HS Diploma or GED.
• Experience in nutritionist and cook services preferred.
• Must be able to work weekends and some major holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Follow standard menus and recipes to create breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack for assigned residents.
• Incorporate donated items whenever possible while maintaining healthy meals for each tenant.
• Follow standard kitchen safety practices to ensure safety of staff and residents.
• Set up trays, carts, and food line for appropriate distribution at each meal or snack.
• Assist with weekly meal planning and prepare as needed the day before to ensure timely meals.

Skills

Food preparation

Meal planning

Sanitation

Teamwork

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Miami Valley Housing Opportunities seeks a New Hope Villa Lead Cook assistant to support meal preparation and keep kitchen sanitary for MVHO residents. This role involves following menus, ordering and verifying quantities, and coordinating with staff for timely meals.

The suitable candidate will assist with inventory, food safety, and serving meals daily, ensuring healthy options and respectful interaction with residents and staff.