Lead Cook 2: Large-Volume Kitchen & Diet Prep

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania invites applications for a Cook 2 position at the Southwestern Veterans' Center within the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. The role focuses on fast-paced kitchen duties, preparing a wide range of menu items, supporting food service staff, and maintaining production standards for veterans and their spouses to ensure consistent meal quality across the facility.

Key responsibilities include coordinating cooking tasks, preparing items per standardized

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook in a large volume food preparation operation.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

• Lead Coordination: Assign and review cooking tasks and share preparation methods with Cook 1s and Food Service Workers.
• Food Preparation: Prepare menu items according to standardized recipes and adjust quantities based on production needs.
• Quality Control: Evaluate food presentation and acceptance and ensure proper labeling, dating, and portion control.
• Safety Practices: Follow food handling procedures, complete cooling charts, and operate kitchen equipment properly.
• Recipe Management: Develop and revise standardized recipes to comply with therapeutic diets and maintain organized recipe files.
• Operational Support: Assist with stock rotation, dining room setup, and supervisory responsibilities when needed.

Skills

Cook experience

Equivalent experience

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania invites applications for a Cook 2 position at the Southwestern Veterans' Center within the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. The role focuses on fast-paced kitchen duties, preparing a wide range of menu items, supporting food service staff, and maintaining production standards for veterans and their spouses to ensure consistent meal quality across the facility.

Key responsibilities include coordinating cooking tasks, preparing items per standardized