Dining - Cook AL

Omega Senior Living; Wayne (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k Retirement Savings Plan

Company Paid Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Competitive Pay

Job summary

Omega Senior Living seeks a part-time cook to prepare meals according to the menu while assisting with service. The role requires adherence to Omega Dining standards, proper portioning, and safe handling of foods.

You will support dietary requirements and maintain kitchen cleanliness daily. Experience in a commercial kitchen is preferred; applicants should possess a high school diploma and any required local food handling licenses.

Qualifications

• Must be able to prepare meals and assist with meal service.
• Knowledge of sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.
• Knowledge of special diets and dietary requirements.
• Must obtain/hold local or state food handling/supervision licenses and/or certifications.
• Preferred experience in a commercial kitchen as a line cook.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under supervision.
• Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods according to recipes.
• Fulfills resident special meal requests and adheres to dietary requirements.
• Maintains inventory of food and kitchen non-food items.
• Cleans and maintains kitchen and storage areas.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Hygiene & sanitation

Food safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Kinship Pointe at Wayne - Wayne, NE, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Day Shift, 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.