Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $13.75 - $18.25
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
Job Description
We are a reputable organization dedicated to providing high-quality food services within educational or institutional settings, operating on a 200-day calendar. Our commitment lies in serving nutritious and well-prepared meals that meet specific dietary and regulatory standards. The role we are offering is centered around the important position of a Cook, classified under Grade B salary classification, with regular working hours from 6:00 am to 2:00 pm. This position is key in ensuring food preparation aligns with USDA requirements and supports the overall nutrition and satisfaction of our clientele.
The Cook role involves a comprehensive range of food preparatio... Show More
The Cook role involves a comprehensive range of food preparatio... Show More
Job Requirements
- Currently hold or previously held classification of cook, or passage of state competency exam for cook
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Job Qualifications
- Currently hold or previously held classification of cook, or passage of state competency exam for cook
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Job Duties
- Demonstrate an understanding of the information from food labels
- Explain the meaning of the ingredients list
- Assist in developing menus
- Evaluate menus to determine whether they meet USDA requirements
- Prepare salads and cold items
- Prepare and cook fruits, vegetables, and starches
- Prepare and cook sandwiches
- Prepare and cook soups and sauces
- Prepare and cook breakfast items
- Prepare and cook entrees
- Prepare miscellaneous food and beverages
- Evaluate different methods of preparation appropriate to specific meats, vegetables, salads, and quick breads
- Determine appropriate food temperatures for service
- Describe and demonstrate the correct procedure for rehydration of dehydrated products
- Assist in performing buying, inventory, receiving, and stocking functions
- Measure, mix, and cook ingredients according to recipes
- Be familiar with terms associated with food products, such as enriched, fortified, juice, drink, and imitation
- Be familiar with measurement abbreviations
- Estimate food requirements
- Assist in planning meals
- Exhibit the ability to maintain a storeroom inventory system
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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