Dining Cook - Large-Volume Menus & Special Diets

Omega Senior Living; McCook (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k Retirement Savings Plan

Company Paid Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

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 McCook, Nebraska is seeking a Cook to prepare meals according to the menu plan, assist with service, and keep production and service areas clean.

You will follow standardized recipes, ensure proper portioning, and accommodate resident dietary requests while maintaining safety and quality standards.

This role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to sanitation procedures, and cost-conscious kitchen operations in a care-focused dining program.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school education or its equivalent.
• Experience or training in a food service environment preferred.
• Knowledge of special diets and dietary requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals from the menu plan and assist with meal service.
• Maintain sanitation and safety of production and service areas.
• Follow standardized recipes for portioning and serving.
• Fulfill resident special meal requests and dietary requirements.
• Maintain inventory of food and kitchen supplies.
• Adhere to department sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.
• Store and handle dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment properly.
• Oversee proper food handling to reduce waste and costs.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation knowledge

Leadership ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Omega Senior Living in McCook, Nebraska is seeking a Cook to prepare meals according to the menu plan, assist with service, and keep production and service areas clean.

You will follow standardized recipes, ensure proper portioning, and accommodate resident dietary requests while maintaining safety and quality standards.

This role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to sanitation procedures, and cost-conscious kitchen operations in a care-focused dining program.