Cook

Description

Job Summary:

The Cook will prepare meal ingredients, simple dishes, condiments, and other items as directed by senior culinary staff.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Requirements

Duties/Responsibilities:

Prepares meal ingredients as directed by the head chef, senior chef.

Prepares fresh produce by peeling, cutting and portioning.

Prepares meat by trimming, cutting and portioning.

Prepares simples dishes such as breads or salads. Mixes or prepares condiments, dressings, and sauces.

Maintains compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes and standards.

Assists with unloading, inspection, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Basic understanding of or the ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.

Basic understanding of or the ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedure's

Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Ability to work quickly and efficiently.

Ability to work well as part of a team.

Ability to maintain personal hygiene.

Education and Experience:

High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred.

Prior related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of standing and working in a kitchen

Ability to lift 50 pounds

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