We are looking for a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals according to menu. You will cook meals in a fast-paced environment for charter schools and after-schools for a timely delivery. An excellent cook must be able to follow instructions in cooking and delivering well-prepared meals. Cook must be skillful and quick in moving around the kitchen and apt in multi-tasking. Experience with child nutrition and using various ingredients and cooking techniques is a plus.
Responsibilities
Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
Cook food in various utensils or grillers
Check food while cooking to stir or turn
Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
Check quality of ingredients
Skills
Proven experience as cook
Experience in using cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware.
Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
Ability to work in a team setting
Very good communication skills
Excellent physical condition and stamina
High school diploma or equivalent; Diploma from a culinary school will be an advantage