Therapeutic Diet Cook | Flexible Shifts

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' Veterans Health Administration in Durham, NC is seeking a Cook to prepare and cook a variety of items, including therapeutic diets, following menus, production sheets, and recipes.

You will work with diverse equipment and ensure safe handling of leftovers in accordance with local policies. Shifts vary (5 am–1:30 pm, 7 am–3:30 pm, 9 am–5:30 pm, 10 am–6:30 pm); applicants must be able to work multiple shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing regular and therapeutic diets.
• Ability to follow menus, production sheets and recipes.
• Ability to work independently and accurately.
• Commitment to food safety and sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of items including regular and therapeutic diets.
• Follow menus and recipes to produce items in required quantities.
• Grill, assemble and portion foods according to standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment and maintain safety policies.

Skills

Food preparation

Therapeutic diets

Time management

Sanitation

Tools

Oven

Slicer

Grill

Mixer

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' Veterans Health Administration in Durham, NC is seeking a Cook to prepare and cook a variety of items, including therapeutic diets, following menus, production sheets, and recipes.

You will work with diverse equipment and ensure safe handling of leftovers in accordance with local policies. Shifts vary (5 am–1:30 pm, 7 am–3:30 pm, 9 am–5:30 pm, 10 am–6:30 pm); applicants must be able to work multiple shifts.