Seasonal Meal Prep Cook: Hygienic, Precise Kitchen Pro

The Omaha Tribe of Nebraska; Macy (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Omaha Tribe of Nebraska is seeking a Kitchen Helper to support food production and meal preparation for residents, following seasonal menus and approved recipes, ensuring quality and taste. The role emphasizes strict hygiene, safe food-handling practices, and effective communication with kitchen staff to coordinate tasks.

You will maintain cleanliness, assist with receiving and storing supplies, and help ensure meals meet dietary requirements and safety standards in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write English.
• Experience in quantity cooking preferred or 6 months to 1 year in therapeutic diets.
• Food handler's certification preferred or able to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Based on seasonal cycle menus and recipes, determine the amount of food to prepare for each meal and snack.
• Adhere to prescribed diet orders when preparing and serving food; ensure proper food handling techniques.
• Maintain high levels of personal hygiene and food safety practices.
• Participate in receiving, checking, and storing food supplies as required.
• Thoroughly clean dishes, pans, skillets, flatware, glasses, trays, and utensils after each meal.
• Handle kitchen equipment safely and perform regular cleaning and maintenance.
• Complete assigned cleaning tasks to keep the kitchen sanitary daily.
• Take daily food and equipment temperature readings and record them accurately.
• Perform additional duties related to food production as required.

Skills

English literacy

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Omaha Tribe of Nebraska is seeking a Kitchen Helper to support food production and meal preparation for residents, following seasonal menus and approved recipes, ensuring quality and taste. The role emphasizes strict hygiene, safe food-handling practices, and effective communication with kitchen staff to coordinate tasks.

You will maintain cleanliness, assist with receiving and storing supplies, and help ensure meals meet dietary requirements and safety standards in a timely manner.