Cook II

About the role

The Cook II prepares a variety of food items including meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, and cold foods following recipes using correct cooking techniques. The Cook II sets-up work stations with necessary supplies to prepare menu for service; cleans and sanitizes work area, work surfaces, production equipment and cooking tools; and is responsible for serving and storing food in accordance with food safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepares a variety of food items including meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, and cold foods following recipes using correct cooking techniques.
• Sets-up work stations with necessary supplies to prepare for menu service.
• Cooks “to order” foods by request and in accordance with appropriate cooking methods and/or techniques.
• Maintains a sanitary work environment.
• Cleans and sanitizes work area, work surfaces, production equipment, and cooking tools using industry standard methods.
• Serves and stores food following correct food temperature maintenance, safe work practices, and uses safe food handling techniques (e.g. HACCP, Code Compliance, and other regulatory procedures).
• Operates, safely and accurately, a variety of commercial food service equipment, including knives, thermometers, measuring utensils, scales, toaster, food warmer, and microwave oven.
• Works independently with minimal oversight.

Requirements

• 2 plus years of experience with cooking in the food service industry.
• Food Handlers Certification (within 30 days of hire). Must be obtained through an approved TXDSHS licensed program/provider.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Culinary Arts from an accredited program, college or university preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to follow recipes and cooking techniques.
• Basic computer skills for ordering supplies and managing inventory.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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