Job Description

*TITLE: HEAD COOK*

*Under direct supervision, coordinates activities of workers engaged in preparing,*

*cooking, and serving food in a nutrition program for the elderly. This position typically works 7 hours per day, Monday - Thursday. *

*Examples:*

* *Prepares and/or oversees the preparation of daily meals, according to the menu schedule.*
* *Supervises other staff and volunteers engaged in food preparation.*
* *Assures that meals are served in such a manner as to insure their proper temperature, quantity, appearance, flavor, and quality.*
* *Ensures proper sanitation and safety procedures are followed and work areas are*
* *kept clean.*
* *Maintains required records.*
* *Estimates daily or weekly food supplies and assists with ordering same.*
* *Checks all incoming raw foods and supplies to ensure their suitability, quantity, and freshness.*
* *Provides training and attends staff meetings.*
* *Performs other duties as assigned.*

*Knowledge and skills:*

* *Knowledge of: preparation methods for maximizing nutritional values; and purchasing*
* *principles, portion-control, and work simplification.*
* *Good communication skills.*
* *Ability to work independently within established guidelines and procedures.*

*Education and experience:*

* *High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED). *
* *Desired experience of at least one year in the preparation of meals for groups over 25 in number.*

*Special requirements:*

* *Must be able to lift or otherwise move 50 pound objects; and meet local health requirements for food handlers. *
* *Appropriate food manager certification desired.*

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $10.50 per hour

Expected hours: 28 per week

Benefits:
* Paid time off

Shift availability:
* Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:
* Laverne, OK 73848 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Local area, Shift work,

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