Line & Prep Cook: Veteran Home Dining

mfinite-consulting-llc; Tilton (NH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

New Hampshire Veterans Home is looking for a Line Cook / Prep Cook to prepare meals according to NHVH menus and dietary specifications for veteran residents, including those in a life-enhanced dementia unit.

You will maintain food safety, assist with inventory, and collaborate with the Kitchen Supervisor to ensure timely service and appealing presentation while working in a supportive, team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Previous food service/cooking experience preferred.
• Ability to read recipes and follow written directions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and push carts.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Flexibility to work indoors and/or outdoors depending on event needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to standardized recipes and dietary/therapeutic diet specifications.
• Maintain food safety, portion control, and presentation standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and keep the cooking area clean and sanitized.
• Communicate ingredient, equipment, or scheduling issues to the Kitchen Supervisor.
• Assist with inventory, food storage, and rotation as needed.

Skills

Cooking experience

Recipe reading

Lifting 50 lbs

ServSafe

Indoor/outdoor flexibility

Job description

New Hampshire Veterans Home is looking for a Line Cook / Prep Cook to prepare meals according to NHVH menus and dietary specifications for veteran residents, including those in a life-enhanced dementia unit.

You will maintain food safety, assist with inventory, and collaborate with the Kitchen Supervisor to ensure timely service and appealing presentation while working in a supportive, team-focused environment.