Dining - Cook AL

Omega Senior Living Llc; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Individualized Health Insurance

401k Retirement Savings Plan

Company paid Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

AD&D insurance

Paid Time Off

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Job summary

Omega Senior Living Llc is seeking a Cook to prepare meals from the menu plan and assist with meal service. You will maintain cleanliness in production and service areas and support quality dining within budgets.

The role requires following standardized recipes and dietary requirements, maintaining inventory, and ensuring safe food handling. Leadership and teamwork are valued in this kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess high school education or equivalent.
• One to three months related experience or training, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of special diets and sanitation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under supervisor.
• Supports quality food service within prescribed budgets.
• Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods according to recipes.
• Prepares quality food products according to recipes and menus.
• Fulfills resident special meal requests and dietary requirements.
• Maintains inventory of food and kitchen non-food items.
• Follows sanitation, safety, and cleaning procedures.
• Cleans and maintains kitchen, equipment, dishes, and storage areas.
• Oversees proper food handling to prevent contamination and reduce cost.
• Maintains appearance and order of food service areas and conducts regular inspections.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation knowledge

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Job description

CookResponsible for the preparation of meals from the menu plan and assist with meal service. Maintains cleanliness of production and service areas.Essential Duties:Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under the direction of the supervisor. Support quality food service in accordance with Omega Dining standards within prescribed budgets.Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods according to standardized recipes.Prepares quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus.Fulfills resident special meal requests and adheres to dietary requirements.Maintains proper inventory of food and kitchen related non-food items.Follows departmental procedures including sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.Follow proper cleaning procedures and storage of all dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment.Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality, and reduce cost.Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen, and food storage areas.Benefits:Individualized Health Insurance plans to fit your budget and family’s needs.401k Retirement Savings PlanCOMPANY PAID Life InsuranceCOMPANY PAID Employee Assistance ProgramAD&D insuranceAdvance Pay- Don’t wait for payday, Treat yourself today! You DESERVE it!Paid Time OffHealth, Dental and Vision InsuranceCompetitive PayOMEGA recognition programEmployee referral programNest EggU- Budget assistance and retirement planningEducation:Must possess, as a minimum, a high school education or its equivalent.One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Requires knowledge of special diets.Experience:Obtain and hold any local or state required food handling/supervision/sanitation licenses and/or certifications.Prefer prior experience in a commercial kitchen as a line cook.Specific Requirements:Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.Must be knowledgeable of food procedures.Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties.Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing food practices.