Institutional Food Service Lead

State of Oklahoma; Tennessee; On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Oklahoma is seeking a Food Service Specialist I at Ardmore Veterans Home to prepare and serve meals according to diet orders. Responsibilities include cooking, portioning, labeling, and delivering food, while maintaining sanitary kitchen and dining areas.

The role may involve supervising other staff and ensuring proper food handling. The position requires about one year of institutional food service experience and knowledge of basic cooking techniques and sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a commercial or institutional food service.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation techniques and sanitation practices.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and follow recipes.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare foods, salads, and desserts; cook or bake a variety of items.
• Assist with stocking and labeling food items, and with transporting carts or trays.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment after use.
• Operate dishwashers and maintain clean dining and storage areas.
• Label, load, and deliver food carts or trays and collect used dishes.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation practices

Kitchen operations

Math basics

Job description

State of Oklahoma is seeking a Food Service Specialist I at Ardmore Veterans Home to prepare and serve meals according to diet orders. Responsibilities include cooking, portioning, labeling, and delivering food, while maintaining sanitary kitchen and dining areas.

The role may involve supervising other staff and ensuring proper food handling. The position requires about one year of institutional food service experience and knowledge of basic cooking techniques and sanitation standards.