Cook

Job description

Title: Cook State Role Title: Hiring Range: $45,000 = $50,000 Pay Band: 2: Agency: Dept of Veterans Services: Location: Puller Veterans Center: Agency Website: www.dvs.virginia.gov: Recruitment Type: General Public - G Job Duties: Nutrition and Special Diets: Understanding of therapeutic diets (e.g., low sodium, diabetic, pureed, mechanical soft) Basic nutrition principles for older adults and veterans Food Safety and Sanitation Knowledge of safe food handling procedures (ServSafe certification is often preferred) Understanding of local, state, and federal food safety regulations Menu Planning and Food Preparation: Ability to follow standardized recipes and menus Familiarity with batch cooking and portion control Cooking Skills: Proficiency in preparing meals from scratch using various cooking techniques (e.g., roasting, boiling, sautéing) Ability to adjust recipes for texture-modified diets Time Management: Ability to coordinate and prepare meals on time for multiple meal periods (breakfast, lunch, dinner) Efficient multitasking in a fast-paced kitchen environment Communication: Clear communication with dietary aides, nursing staff, and supervisors Ability to document food tempera...