Cook II

Overview The ideal candidate will work within a team-centered environment to meet our commitment to serving Kentucky’s Veterans by fostering independence, preserving dignity, and providing compassionate care. We are looking for a self-motivated, energetic Cook II who possesses the desire to care for Kentucky’s Veterans. Responsibilities Prepare and serve nutritious, appetizing meals for residents in accordance with planned menus, portion control standards, and therapeutic diet requirements. Assist with coordinating daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, baking, cooking, sanitation, and dishwashing activities. Cook a variety of foods using methods such as baking, roasting, broiling, and frying while maintaining quality and timeliness. Support a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen environment by following proper food handling, cleaning, and infection control procedures. Work in a fast-paced dietary setting that requires standing, walking, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 30 pounds. Perform additional duties as assigned while helping ensure high-quality meal service for Veterans in a skilled nursing care environment. This position, in the Bowling Green Veterans Center, Dietary Services Department, in Warren County has an approved Locality Premium of $4.97 in compliance with 101 KAR 2:034 Section 9(1). Qualifications Minimum 2 years cooking experience in an institutional or large-scale commercial setting. Vocational training in food services substitutes for experience year-for-year. Education: None. Special requirements: None. Probationary Period: 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D. #J-18808-Ljbffr