What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Cook position at Meals on Wheels of Metro Tulsa?
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 Required)
Work Location: In person
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