FT Chef/Cook - Bellevue
About The Position
Be part of a dynamic team in serving America's Heroes. In this position, staff are responsible for the preparation of healthy and delicious meals served at the beautiful Eastern Nebraska Veterans Home. Full time, set-schedule working from 11:00am to 7:30pm with an every-other-weekend rotation. Positions in this class work under the general supervision of a Food Service Supervisor or higher level and are assigned one or more of the following primary functions: performs skilled work in the preparation and serving of food; oversees food preparation, serving, and maintenance of kitchen sanitation by staff; or serves as a lead worker assigning and monitoring the work of at least three Food Service Assistant positions. Positions at this level follow established procedures and policies. Decisions made at this level are operational relating to the training and monitoring of lower level food staff in the proper food handling, serving, and cleaning of dining and food prep areas.
Requirements
- Coursework, training and/or experience in food preparation, baking and/or kitchen operations in the food service industry or related field.
- KNOWLEDGE OF: Kitchen and dining room safety practices; special diets provided by the facility; recipes and cooking techniques for the preparation of meats, vegetables, soups, salads and baked goods; facility food preparation schedules; food sanitation practices; the proper handling and processing of a variety of vegetables and fruits; kitchen safety practices; kitchen equipment and utensils; facility standards and procedures for the cleaning of dishes, utensils, equipment and facilities; facility specific security and emergency procedures.
- ABILITY TO: Communicate effectively with facility residents, members, and staff; prepare recipes; safely use sharp, heavy or hot kitchen equipment, utensils or supplies; train and supervise in all aspects of kitchen and dining room operations; alter menus to accommodate needs and food stuffs on hand; follow instructions; tolerate high temperature and high humidity; bend, stoop, lift and carry food items, equipment and supplies.
Responsibilities
- Performs skilled work in the preparation and serving of food
- Oversees food preparation, serving, and maintenance of kitchen sanitation by staff
- Serves as a lead worker assigning and monitoring the work of at least three Food Service Assistant positions
- Training and monitoring of lower level food staff in the proper food handling, serving, and cleaning of dining and food prep areas
Benefits
- We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
