The Cook will prepare and cook large batches of food that will be served to patients, patrons, customers, guests, employees, or students.
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Oversees and directs workers assisting with the preparation and serving of meals.
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Trains new employees.
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Cleans, cuts, prepares, and cooks meat, fish, or poultry to a safe temperature.
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Prepares and cooks various items according to menus, special dietary or nutritional requirements, or numbers of portions to be served.
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Bakes breads, rolls, and pastries.
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Apportions and serves food to patients, patrons, customers, guests, employees, and students.
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Washes cooking equipment such as pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and other pieces.
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Develops, compiles, and maintains food records regarding use and expenditures.
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Inventories supplies and equipment.
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Determines, or assists in determining, meals and menus.
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Ensures the cleanliness and functional operation of galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas by routinely cleaning and inspecting each piece.
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Adheres to the facility’s Standards of Excellence.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Basic understanding of or ability to learn sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
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Basic understanding of or ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
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Must be able to work quickly and efficiently.
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Must be able to work well as part of a team.
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Must be able to work well under pressure.
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Ability to maintain personal cleanliness.
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High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics, such as food safety, preferred.
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One year of related experience preferred.
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Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.