Cook Helper - Ernie Davis Dining Hall
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Follow instructions and established procedures to perform helper duties for cooks.Education and ExperienceThe ability to read, write, do simple math, use calculator, food thermometer and follow directions is necessary.Skills and KnowledgeFOR CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION, PLEASE COMPLETE AN ONLINE APPLICATION.ResponsibilitiesPan variety of simple meats, prepare simple casseroles, convenience foods, open cans, frozen foods.Assist on serving lines as needed.Slice deli meats.Take food to serving lines and replenish as needed.Store and date food items.Fill out appropriate paper work for computerized Food Service production system (CSI) including service records and food production sheets.Proper storage of food items, cold vs. hot, raw vs. cooked.Grill hamburgers, cheese sandwiches, etc.Observe safety and health regulations and maintain highest standards of sanitation.Physical Requirements* Standing 85% - 100% of the shift* Frequent bending at the waist; able to bend to below the knee* Frequent stooping and/or crouching* Frequent walking back and forth throughout the counter area and stock room and food service areas* Frequent twisting and bending of head, neck, and torso* Full range of arm movement (extension, twisting, and bending of arm and shoulder, reaching overhead, stirring and mixing, wiping, etc.)* Wrist and finger dexterity (i.e. ability to use tongs, scissors)* Able to lift up to 50lbs from the floor to waist height* Able to lift up to 30 lbs. overhead* Able to push and pull up to 250 lbs.* Wrist and finger dexterity (i.e. ability to use tongs, scissors, pen, fine motor skills, press buttons for data entry on computer, calculator, electronic K5 and other beverage machines etc.)* Listening to and responding to customer and staff inquiries* Visual and cognitive capability sufficient to read and follow instructions, recipes etc.Tools/EquipmentOperate a variety of equipment including food slicer, grill steamer, steamer jacketed kettle, buffalo chopper, variety of ovens, tilt brazier, deep fat fryer, charcoal broiler, wok, waffle iron, cleaning of all kitchen equipment/hoods, grills, slicers, etc.Application InstructionsIn addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.