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Job Description

This job opportunity is offered by a well-established culinary service provider known for its dedication to delivering high-quality meals in various dining settings. The company fosters a supportive and teamwork-oriented environment, emphasizing the importance of passion and commitment to making a difference through food preparation and service. As a pivotal part of the food service team, this role offers the chance to contribute to creating delightful dining experiences, ensuring meals are not only nutritious but also visually appealing and palatable. The establishment values candidates who bring experience in cooking along with an eagerness to work collaboratively to meet the daily operational needs of the kitchen and dining areas. This is a key role for those passionate about culinary arts and customer satisfaction, playing a hands-on part in both the preparation and service of meals.

The role of a Cook and Food Service Assistant is multi-faceted, focusing on the preparation of meals, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting in the seamless delivery of food services. Candidates will be responsible for preparing and serving meals that meet the established quality and portion control standards. The position requires a strong emphasis on teamwork, with duties including assisting in meal service, preparing dining setups, and ensuring that all areas comply with health and safety regulations. This role involves both kitchen-related tasks such as cooking and cleaning, and front-of-house responsibilities such as assisting in serving and managing food carts. Attention to detail and a proactive approach to maintaining a clean and organized workspace are crucial for success in this position.

The employer offers a dynamic working environment where employees can develop their culinary skills, enhance their experience in food service operations, and be part of a team that values cooperation and professionalism. This position may suit individuals seeking hands-on experience in a supportive setting, looking to advance their career in culinary arts or food service management. The employment terms regarding hours and salary are competitive within the industry, aiming to attract candidates who are both passionate and dedicated to their craft. Overall, this role is ideal for those who enjoy a fast-paced environment where every meal served contributes to a positive guest experience and operational excellence.

Job Requirements

  • Cook experience required
  • Passion in making a difference
  • Work as a team player
  • Ability to prepare meals
  • Ability to serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance
  • Ability to assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis
  • Ability to serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures
  • Ability to assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties
  • Ability to clean work tables, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers
  • Ability to sweep and mop floors
  • Ability to carry soiled utensils to wash area
  • Ability to return clean utensils to proper storage areas
  • Ability to wash and clean utensils
  • Ability to carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazardous equipment
  • Ability to set up meal trays, food carts, dining room as instructed
  • Ability to distribute and collect menus
  • Ability to obtain food supplies for next meal
  • Ability to assist in checking diet trays before distribution
  • Ability to deliver food carts, trays to designated areas
  • Ability to serve food in dining room
  • Ability to perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures
  • Ability to remove food trays from carts, dining rooms and take to dishwashing area
  • Ability to prepare and deliver snacks as instructed

Job Qualifications

  • Cook experience
  • Ability to work as a team player
  • Passion for making a difference
  • Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
  • Ability to follow established portion control procedures
  • Skills in using kitchen and cleaning equipment
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to perform physical tasks related to food preparation and cleaning
  • Time management skills

Job Duties

  • Prepare meals
  • Serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance
  • Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis
  • Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures
  • Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties in accordance with established policies and procedures
  • Clean work tables, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers
  • Sweep and mop floors as directed
  • Carry soiled utensils to wash area
  • Return clean utensils to proper storage areas
  • Wash and clean utensils as directed
  • Carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazardous equipment
  • Set up meal trays, food carts, dining room as instructed
  • Distribute and collect menus as necessary
  • Obtain food supplies for next meal
  • Assist in checking diet trays before distribution
  • Deliver food carts, trays to designated areas
  • Serve food in dining room as instructed
  • Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures
  • Remove food trays from carts, dining rooms and take to dishwashing area
  • Prepare and deliver snacks as instructed

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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