Food Service Cook

Duties

• Assist with daily food preparation within an established production schedule following standardized recipes, preparation, and serving methods.
• Exhibit knowledge of operation of all equipment in the kitchen.
• Identify serving utensils, temperature, and correct portion size for serving.
• Assure product is cooked and held at proper temperature for higher quality food attainable.
• Follow accepted procedures for operating, cleaning, and caring for large equipment and small equipment.
• Maintain high standards of sanitation in compliance to Health Department Regulations.
• Maintain high personal hygiene as the basis for sanitation in the kitchen.
• Maintain high standards of safety in the kitchen.
• Responsible for storage and handling of foods; work with manager on maintaining organized inventory and storage; communicate product needs to director.
• Report maintenance needs or equipment malfunction to director.
• Perform major cleaning at regularly scheduled Intervals as designated by director.
• In professional responsibilities: Responsible for working in a courteous and cooperative manner with director, coworkers, and school staff.
• Demonstrate ability to deal fairly and pleasantly with students.
• Follow the policies and procedures set by the school district and Food Service Director.
• Serve as cashier

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2-4 years' experience in food service production

Job Requirements

• Strong culinary, customer service, communication, teambuilding, and organizational skills required.
• The ability to walk and stand for up to 8 hours and carry 50lbs.
• Ability to work under crowded and noisy conditions without evidence of emotional fatigue.
• Understand verbal and written instructions, and communicate via email and the telephone.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft office, Microsoft Excel and Google Drive.
• Utilizes time efficiently and productively.
• Illinois Managers License or ServSafe recommended or must obtain within the first 60 days.