Food Svc Spec II - Asst Cook - Several Posn - DINE

Job Responsibilities

• Prepares food for serving and maintains food service equipment and facilities.
• Follows published standards for production, quality, sanitation, and maintenance.
• Makes frequent inspections to ensure standards are maintained.
• Inspects dry stores and refrigerated food to ensure optimum storage conditions.
• Follows Lead Cook directive for personnel, equipment, supplies, and food preparation for meals.
• Demonstrates correct techniques of food preparation for maximum palatability and appearance and minimum waste.
• Cooks or garnishes foods requiring skillful preparation, including roasts, stews, soups, and sauces.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• A high school diploma and cooking experience in quantity and quality cooking or baking.
• Ability to work in cohesion with Lead Cook with little to no supervision.
• Ability to read and prepare meals utilizing recipe cards.
• Valid SC Driver's license required.

Additional Comments

• Knowledge of the procurement, storage, preparation, distribution, and serving of food products.
• Knowledge of dietetic principles involved in planning and reviewing menus for nutritional adequacy, dietary balance, and attractiveness of prepared food products.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures of food service management.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, and appliances used in a dining facility.
• Knowledge of sanitary and safety procedures pertaining to dining operations and/or general food preparation and service.
• Ability to maintain food service records and prepare written reports.