Book Managers

Job Description
Location:
Morrisville, NY
Category:
Morrisville Auxiliary Corporation
Posted On:
Thu May 30 2024
Job Description:
COOK II
REPORTS TO:
Chef Manager
DEPARTMENT:
Dining Services
CLASSIFICATION:
Hourly
GRADE:
14
SALARY:
$18.83/hour
SUPERVISES:
NA
The Cook II must have demonstrated experience with various culinary techniques, methods, and competencies;
possess the ability to successfully plan, coordinate, and prepare Food Service menu items at assigned locations, with a strong emphasis on quality while maintaining Company and Food Service standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Prepares a variety of foods:
meat, seafood, poultry, vegetable, and cold food items
- Supervises and coordinates work of subordinate cooks and other production staff as assigned
- Plans for the timely and proper use of any leftover items
- Ensures the recipes are followed and when necessary, converted correctly
- Opens and closes the kitchen using established protocols
- Reviews menu items, production plans, and job assignments necessary to coordinate the production of all menu items
- Adheres to proper food handling techniques and properly balance time use, material, and equipment to avoid unnecessary expense and waste
- Follows procedures for the proper storage of leftover food and potentially hazardous food items
- Performs checks and logs temperature on all refrigerators and freezers
- Ensures departmental standards are met with regard to product quality and presentation
- Ensures that the area is in compliance with all applicable sanitary codes or standards
- Tests the temperature of food at specified intervals
- Safely operates large-volume cooking equipment
- Proficiently utilizes a wide range of kitchen tools and utensils, including knives
- Receives and stores food requisitions and supplies
- Participates in monthly physical inventory
- Processes phone orders and assists customers
- Responsible for the appropriate use of facility supplies and equipment to minimize loss, waste, and fraud
- Performs various kitchen maintenance tasks such as, but not limited to, emptying the trash, washing dishes, sweeping and mopping
- Cleans and sanitizes all production equipment and surface areas
- Assists in catering and special functions
- Maintains production records in accordance with departmental procedures
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications
- EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- A minimum of 3-5 years' experience in the food service industry
- Experienced in all types of cooking methods, supervision, kitchen equipment, and food service operations
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Must be able to read and write, with knowledge of basic math
- ServSafe certification is preferred
PHYSICAL CONDITIONS AND DEMANDS
- Moderate to heavy lifting, up to 50 lbs.
- Constant standing, bending, and walking
- Exposure to temperature extremes, slippery surfaces, congested work areas, and potentially dangerous equipment, tools, and machinery
- Exposure to various types of food
QUALITIES
- Ability to accept direction, instruction, and constructive criticism
- Work independently and as part of a team
- Take initiative, anticipate, prioritize, and follow tasks through to completion
- Successfully operate within deadlines, use creative problem-solving skills, and evaluate &
adjust when necessary
- Adhere to Company, Department, and State guidelines as directed
- Predictable and reliable attendance
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Additional Information:

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