Cook (Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum)

Cook III Principal Function

The Cook III position performs as an entry level culinarian. This role will assume prep, grill or line cook responsibilities.

Essential Responsibilities

• Observe and practice all established health and sanitation procedures.
• Ensure all food products are prepared, held and served at correct temperatures.
• Ensure the proper rotation, labeling and dating of all products.
• Always use the proper utensils and portions.
• Keep work area clean, sanitized, and organized.
• Keep management informed of food quantities and quality in prep, on the line and in holding cabinets.
• Cook III will coordinate menus/BEO’s to ensure they are cooked timely, in correct vessels and with accuracy.
• Cook III will assist with re-stocking of food items, FIFO, correctly label and date as needed.
• Cook III will assist with receiving and stocking deliveries as needed.
• Cook III will assist other positions when needed.
• Cook III will perform all opening and closing procedures and cleaning.
• Cook III will coordinate with other positions when needed.
• Cook III will implement and follow sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness and maintenance of kitchen and/or dining areas.
• Cook III will ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations.
• Cook III will perform other related duties, tasks and responsibilities as required from time to time.

Qualifications/Skills Requirements

• 6 months experience in food preparation environment.
• Familiar with knife skills and knowledge of kitchen equipment.
• Must be able to interact verbally and listen attentively to co-workers and supervisors.
• Able to follow written, oral direction, prep lists and timelines.
• Able to work under pressure and independently.
• Must have valid County Food Handler’s Card or equivalent.
• Valid Drivers License Required.
• Must have ability and desire to report to work on time as scheduled in an event driven team environment.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to stand and exert fast-paced mobility for entire shift.
• Must be able to frequently lift and carry food and other items weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally greater.
• Must be able to go from warm to cold climates (workstation to coolers).
• Comfortable tolerating noisy environments.
• Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays as driven by events.