Dining - Cook AL

Omega Senior Living; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k Retirement Savings Plan

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan

AD&D insurance

Paid Time Off

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Competitive Pay

Omega recognition program

Employee referral program

Nest EggU - Budget assistance

Job summary

Omega Senior Living in Edmond, OK is seeking a Cook to prepare meals from the menu plan and assist with meal service. You will maintain cleanliness of production and service areas and follow Omega Dining standards.

This role requires ability to prepare foods according to recipes, handle dietary needs, manage inventory, and work under supervision to deliver quality service to residents. Prior kitchen experience is preferred; strong sanitation practices are essential.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• 1–3 months related kitchen experience or training; or equivalent
• Knowledge of special diets helpful.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under supervision.
• Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods per recipes.
• Prepares quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus.
• Fulfills resident special meal requests and dietary requirements.
• Maintains inventory of food and kitchen supplies.
• Follows sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Sanitation

Leadership

Kitchen management

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cooking equipment operation

Job description

Cook

Responsible 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 Plan


• COMPANY PAID Life Insurance


• COMPANY PAID Employee Assistance Program


• AD&D insurance


• Advance Pay- Don’t wait for payday, Treat yourself today! You DESERVE it!


• Paid Time Off


• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance


• Competitive Pay


• OMEGA recognition program


• Employee referral program


• Nest EggU- Budget assistance and retirement planning

Qualifications

• Education


• 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.