Cook

Employment Standards

• At least 18 years old.
• A high school education is preferred.
• You must be able to read menu and make arithmetic computation in measurement.
• Take an occurrence TB skin test.
• One year experience in cooking and preparing meals in large quantities.
• Alcohol and Drug Free at all times and submit to random testing.

Knowledge of

• The methods and procedures of quantity food preparation; kitchen sanitation and safe food storage.
• Use and care of cooking equipment and utensils.
• Kitchen Safety.
• Prevention of cross contamination.
• Hand wash technique.

Ability to

• Prepare quantities of food required with a minimum of waste.
• Organize and prioritize work assignments.
• Prepare and serve food in an allotted time and on schedule.
• Safety store and hold foods.
• Maintain good working relationship.
• Direct the work of others.
• Read Recipes.
• Prepare tasty food.
• Keep kitchen, dining area, kitchen utensils, and equipment in a sanitary manner.
• Lift object weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness and ability to accept shift work when required.
• Read menu, estimate food required and prepare for according to menu.
• Take count of meals served and utensils used in serving food.
• Note taking and request order supplies when needed.
• Adjusts control to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, and grills to cook food.
• Measure and mix ingredients according to recipe using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment. Prepare meat, fish, vegetables, fruit, and other foods.
• Cut and trim meat prior to cooking; bakes breads, rolls, cakes, and pastries.
• Present main dishes, salads and desserts in an attractive manner.
• Train and supervise the work of a small group of employees.
• Enforce security measures and report disciplinary problem and/or taking disciplinary measures as necessary.