Food Service Cook (Part-Time)- Norfolk Veterans Home

State of Nebraska•Norfolk, NE

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the preparation of healthy and delicious meals served at Norfolk Veterans' Home. This is a part-time position with hours from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. during weekdays, with an every other weekend rotation from 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The rate of pay is $21.071/hr ($18.071/hr + $3/hr for every hour worked) plus applicable shift differential. The role works under the general supervision of the Food Service Director and may perform 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 Food Service Assistant positions. Positions at this level follow established procedures and policies, with decisions being operational relating to training and monitoring in 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.
Knowledge of special diets provided by the facility.
Knowledge of recipes and cooking techniques for the preparation of meats, vegetables, soups, salads and baked goods.
Knowledge of facility food preparation schedules.
Knowledge of food sanitation practices.
Knowledge of the proper handling and processing of a variety of vegetables and fruits.
Knowledge of kitchen safety practices.
Knowledge of kitchen equipment and utensils.
Knowledge of facility standards and procedures for the cleaning of dishes, utensils, equipment and facilities.
Knowledge of facility specific security and emergency procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively with facility members and staff.
Ability to prepare recipes.
Ability to safely use sharp, heavy or hot equipment, utensils or supplies.
Ability to train and supervise in all aspects of kitchen and dining room operations.
Ability to alter menus to accommodate needs and foods on hand.
Ability to follow instructions.
Ability to tolerate high temperatures and high humidity.
Ability to bend, stoop, lift and carry food items, equipment and supplies.

Responsibilities

Preparation of healthy and delicious meals
Oversees food preparation, serving, and maintenance of kitchen sanitation by staff
Serves as a lead worker assigning and monitoring the work of Food Service Assistant positions
Training and monitoring in food handling, serving, and cleaning of dining and food prep areas