Lead Cook - Senior Living Dining Services

Oxford Senior Living; Wahoo (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Oxford Senior Living in Wahoo, Nebraska is seeking a part-time Cook to prepare meals for residents according to menus and recipes, while maintaining high sanitation and safety standards.

The role involves coordinating with servers, monitoring temperatures, and ensuring meals meet residents' dietary needs. Experience in large-scale meal prep and leadership in a food service setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Food Handlers certification.
• One year of leadership in a food service setting.
• Two or more years preparing meals for large groups.
• Working knowledge of dietary requirements for seniors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to the current menu and recipes to ensure consistency.
• Observe residents and communicate preferences to ensure satisfaction and nutrition.
• Coordinate with servers to ensure proper presentation and serving of meals.
• Record food temperatures at each meal.
• Keep kitchen and prep areas clean and compliant with standards.
• Monitor kitchen equipment and temperatures for safety and standards.
• Label, date, and store food and supplies properly.
• Maintain meal service records as required.
• Assist in kitchen operations and support the Dining Services Director.
• Suggest ways to enhance the dining experience for residents.

Skills

Leadership in food service

Meal preparation

Resident communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Food Handler certification

Job description

Oxford Senior Living in Wahoo, Nebraska is seeking a part-time Cook to prepare meals for residents according to menus and recipes, while maintaining high sanitation and safety standards.

The role involves coordinating with servers, monitoring temperatures, and ensuring meals meet residents' dietary needs. Experience in large-scale meal prep and leadership in a food service setting is preferred.