Cook

OHB; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Free meals in dining hall

Paid holidays

PTO (vacation and sick leave)

Job summary

OHB is hiring a cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals for youth, following menus and dietary guidelines. The role requires maintaining a clean kitchen, completing USDA paperwork, and ensuring food safety compliance.

You will also assist with catered events and engage youth in meal preparation. Candidates should be 21+, hold a high school diploma, and have at least 2 years of related cooking experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 2 years of related cooking experience (commercial or large-scale preferred).
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain high sanitation standards.
• CPR certification (or willingness to obtain) and basic first aid knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals following menus and dietary guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
• Complete USDA paperwork and ensure food safety compliance.
• Assist with catered events and youth engagement in meal prep.
• Demonstrate patience, set boundaries, and help youths learn culinary skills.

Skills

Food safety

Patience with youth

Teamwork in kitchen

Ability to follow recipes

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR Certification

Job description

Do you enjoy creating great meals and making a positive impact?
Are you looking for meaningful work where your skills help young people thrive?
Join OHB and be part of a team that changes lives every day.

What You’ll Do:

Prepare and serve nutritious meals following menus and dietary guidelines

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen

Complete USDA paperwork and ensure food safety compliance

Assist with catered events and youth engagement in meal prep

Ability to have patience with you, maintain appropriate boundaries, and help them learn culinary skills.

Available Schedules

• Monday - Friday 11:00AM - 7:00PM with one night a month until 8:00PM.
• Starting Wage: $18 – $20 per hour
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Free meals available in the dining hall
• Paid holidays, PTO (vacation and sick leave)

What We’re Looking For:

Must be 21+ years old

High school diploma or equivalent

• At least 2 years of related experience (commercial or large-scale cooking experience (preferred))

Ability to follow recipes and maintain high sanitation standards

Ability to remain calm, patient, and consistent under stress

Ability to implement motivational systems positively

Basic first aid knowledge; CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)

Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse populations

Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and current auto insurance

• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check, including drug screening

Team-oriented attitude and passion for serving others

Join a Team That Changes Lives

If you’re ready to use your strengths to empower youth and make a meaningful impact every day, we’d love to meet you.