Cook I: Nutritious Meals for Veterans - Overtime Eligible

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bowling Green Veterans Center is seeking a self-motivated and energetic Cook I to join our DietaryServices team. This position plays an important role in preparing nutritious, appetizing meals for Kentucky’sVeterans while supporting our commitment to fostering independence, preserving dignity, and providingcompassionate care.

The ideal candidate enjoys working in a team-centered environment and takes pride in maintaining highstandards for food quality, sanitation, safety, and service.

Qualifications

• One year of cooking experience in an institutional or large scale commercial setting.
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Vocational training in food service will substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, bake, and serve palatable and appetizing meals in a timely manner and in accordance with established recipes, portion requirements, and sanitary regulations.
• Assist with meal preparation and service based on resident census and food-production needs.
• Taste and test meals to ensure they are properly cooked, seasoned, and ready for service.
• Maintain dietary work areas, equipment, utensils, and food-service spaces in a safe, clean, and sanitary condition.
• Complete scheduled cleaning duties, including dishwashing, sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing work areas.
• Ensure food is stored properly and maintain appropriate food-handling practices.
• Dispose of food and waste in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, and facility procedures.
• Maintain records of food used and supplies on hand, as assigned.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Cooking

Job description

The Bowling Green Veterans Center is seeking a self-motivated and energetic Cook I to join our DietaryServices team. This position plays an important role in preparing nutritious, appetizing meals for Kentucky’sVeterans while supporting our commitment to fostering independence, preserving dignity, and providingcompassionate care.

The ideal candidate enjoys working in a team-centered environment and takes pride in maintaining highstandards for food quality, sanitation, safety, and service.