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$60,000-$68,000/yr

Lead Cook/ Chef

United StatesUnited States·Omaha North Corps-Ws144 - OmahaNormallead
CookFood Service
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Quick Summary

Key Responsibilities

Plan and develop menus based on seasonal ingredients, dietary preferences, or based on inventory in dry and cold storage. Source high-quality ingredients from trusted suppliers and vendors.

Requirements Summary

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this position.

Technical Tools
CookFood Service

What We Offer

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Responsibilities

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  • →Plan and develop menus based on seasonal ingredients, dietary preferences, or based on inventory in dry and cold storage.
  • →Source high-quality ingredients from trusted suppliers and vendors.
  • →Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, ensuring consistency and adherence to recipes.
  • →Train and supervise kitchen staff, to ensure Kitchen and appropriate staff follow all ServSafe protocols.
  • →Responsible for preparing meals for Mental Health Respite (MHR); Family Meals of Hope, Winter Night Watch and other feeding that may advance the mission.
  • →Develop and implement general kitchen, meal preparation, and serving and cleaning procedures.
  • →Delegate tasks and responsibilities to kitchen team members, ensuring efficient workflow.
  • →Monitor food preparation processes to maintain quality, freshness, and food safety standards.
  • →Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, sanitation guidelines, and food handling procedures.
  • →Oversee inventory management, including stock rotation, ordering, and cost control.
  • →Work with General Manager to create and maintain kitchen schedules, staffing plans, and production and cleaning schedules.
  • →Address guest feedback and complaints promptly and professionally.
  • →Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, including equipment maintenance and sanitation.
  • →Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork and professional growth among kitchen staff.
  • →Ensure volunteers and other employees maintain safe and sanitary conditions during prep, serving, and storage of food.
  • →Preparation of required statistical and financial reports (gifts-in-kind)
  • →Report needed maintenance issues to General Manager.
  • →First point of contact for Kitchen volunteers and work collaboratively with the General Manager to schedule and coordinate training.
  • →May be asked to participate in Omaha Metro programs as needed beyond lunch service at Omaha North Corps.
  • →Driving is an essential function of the position.
  • →All other duties as assigned.

 

Requirements

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Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Omaha North Corps-Ws144 - Omaha, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

About this job

Pay per year
$60,000–$68,000 a year
64% above the $39,000 median for Cook jobs on Jobera (800 salaries).
Who can apply
United States
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Listing Details

Posted
October 20, 2026
First seen
October 20, 2026
Last seen
October 20, 2026

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October 20, 2026

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Lead Cook/ Chef$60,000-$68,000