Cook - PT every other Sunday and PRN

Oxford Management Group LLC•Beatrice, NE

11d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the nutritional needs of the residents by preparing meals in accordance with the posted menu, utilizing the recipes provided, and maintaining the overall cleanliness of the kitchen. The role involves preparing meals, ensuring resident satisfaction and proper nutrition, communicating with servers, monitoring food temperatures, maintaining a clean kitchen environment, ensuring equipment is in good working order, proper food storage, maintaining records, and potentially overseeing additional kitchen team members in the absence of the Dining Services Director. The ideal candidate will embody humility, a positive attitude, initiative, and emotional intelligence.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Food Handlers certification
One (1) year of successful experience providing leadership in a food service setting
Two (2) or more years preparing meals for large groups
Working knowledge of dietary requirements for seniors

Nice To Haves

Additional culinary training
Nutrition certification and/or training

Responsibilities

Prepare meals according to the current menu, using recipes provided to ensure consistency of entree.
Observe and communicate with residents for specific preferences to ensure satisfaction and proper nutrition.
Communicate with servers to ensure meals are presented and served appropriately.
Take and log food temperatures at each meal.
Ensure kitchen and food preparation areas are clean and exceed regulatory standards.
Continually monitor kitchen equipment to ensure they are in good working order and temperatures, and meet regulatory standards.
Ensure food and supplies are labeled, dated, and stored appropriately.
Maintain meal service records as required.
Responsible for kitchen operations, including responsibility for assigning tasks and responsibilities for additional kitchen team members in the absence of the Dining Services Director.
Partner with the Dining Services Director to recommend ways to enhance the dining experience for residents.