Dietary Cook: Meal Prep, Inventory & Safety

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Bay Pines (FL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Cook (Ingredient Control) for the Nutrition and Food Service at the CW Bill Young VA Medical Center in Bay Pines, FL.

The role involves receiving, storing, weighing, labeling and preparing diet foods according to standardized recipes and menus. Responsibilities include food storage, safety, inventory management, sanitation, and operating kitchen equipment.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow recipes and production sheets.
• Experience with food safety and sanitation practices.
• Capable of standing for long periods and lifting up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Receives, rotates and stores perishable and non-perishable items.
• Maintains proper food labeling, dating and storage procedures.
• Prepares regular and therapeutic diet items according to menus and recipes.

Skills

Food storage

Food prep

Sanitation

Inventory control

Education

High school diploma

ServSafe certification

Tools

Oven

Grill

Slicer

Mixer

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Cook (Ingredient Control) for the Nutrition and Food Service at the CW Bill Young VA Medical Center in Bay Pines, FL.

The role involves receiving, storing, weighing, labeling and preparing diet foods according to standardized recipes and menus. Responsibilities include food storage, safety, inventory management, sanitation, and operating kitchen equipment.