Cook - PRN

JOB SUMMARY:

Follows a menu to prepare and cook meats, fish, poultry, gravies, cereals, soups, vegetables and other food according to proper preparation methods. Prepares and cleans kitchen and dining areas. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

· Serves or ensures proper serving of food for tray line or dining room.

· Complies with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene and health standards.

· Observes proper food preparation and handling techniques.

· Stores food properly and safely, marking the date and item.

· Reports necessary equipment repair and maintenance to supervisor.

· Correctly prepares all food served following standard recipes and special diet orders.

· Plans food production to coordinate with meal serving hours so that excellence, quality, temperature and appearance of food are preserved.

· Apportions food for serving.

· Maintains daily production records.

· Keeps work area neat and clean at all times; cleans and maintains equipment used in food preparation.

· Completes food temperature checks before service.

· Other duties and tasks as assigned.

JOB SKILLS AND ABILITY

· Must possess strong ethics and ability to maintain confidentiality.

· Able to read, write and speak English fluently. 

· Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

· Able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

· Able to deal effectively with distractions.

· Is reliable in achieving results within expected time periods.

· Must ensure accurate and timely timekeeping for payroll purposes.

· Is highly committed to workplace safety.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· High School diplioma or equivilent.

· Prior experience in a related food service position. 

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION:

· Current CPR/First Aid certification

· Food Handlers Certification