Cook
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POSITION PURPOSE:Under the general supervision of the Director of Dining Services, the Cook is principally responsible for preparing, seasoning, and cooking food for students, staff and visitors.GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* Measures and mixes ingredients for food preparations.* Usesrecipes and increases amounts as needed for dishes.* Adds necessary seasonings to food during mixing or cooking according to recipe directions.* Observes and tests food being cooked ensuring overcooking does not occur.* Assists with baking if needed.* Carves meats or other food items that may need carving for steam table servings.* Checks temperature of food before placing on steam table.* Makes sure that food is refilled on steam table when empty.* Checks schedule posted on bulletin board for any special meals to be prepared.* Sanitizes the can opener after each use on a daily basis.* Cleans grill when used.* Properly sanitizes all food preparation areas and service areas.* Uses disposable plastic gloves.* Wears a clean uniform and hair restraints and non-skid safety shoes on a daily basis.* Takes food inventory and provides a list of items needed.* Keeps freezer organized and picks items off the floor on a weekly basis.* Ensures that the food items in the freezer are rotated on a regular basis.* Makes sure that the kitchen is sanitized on a daily basis.* Prepares meals for the required shift.* Marks any boxes that have been opened and used.* Helps with the pots and pans.* Pre-preparing any food item for next day's menu.* Works banquets as needed.* Cleans ovens.* Changes the oil and cleans the food fryer as needed.* Cleans any mixing, grinding, and/or chopping machine after each use.* Makes sure that foods are cooked and processed as close to time of serving as possible.* Keeps shelves with steam table clean and organized on a monthly basis.* Cleans underneath table with pots and pans and keeps it organized.* Washes and cleans large mixer on a weekly basis.* Cleans up as necessary.* Checks food on a daily basis and throws away any spoiled food.* Empties garbage in service area on a daily basis.* Adheres to the policy of no eating or drinking in food preparation area.* Attends related meetings and in-service training as mandated.* Adheres to health policies implemented to prevent disease transmission in food handling and elimination of diseased food handling.* Performs other related duties as assigned by the Director of Dining Services.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:* Ability to lift up to fifty pounds (50 lbs.) on a consistent basis.* Ability to use and climb a stepladder.* Some basic knowledge of cleaning and sanitizing of kitchen.* Must be willing to work as a team player.* Must have good communication skills* Must have good customer skills* Must have good organizational skills* Must have creative capabilities and have good time management skills* Ability to learn quickly from observations, and from oral and written directions.* Must possess a Food Handler card or obtain within 30 days of hire.POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:Required:* Must be able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.Preferred:* Some record keeping experience.WORKING CONDITIONS:* Variances from regular working hours may be necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.* Busy working environment with numerous interruptions* Evenings and weekends may be required.* Must be able to stand for long periods of time.SALARY: $28,679. annually (This is a 12 month position to be paid over 12 months)