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Cook
Job Description
Job Summary:
To produce and maintain the quality of menu items assigned to your station according to the company's menu recipes and specifications. To ensure the company's safety, sanitation and food standards are met according to recipes, procedures, quality and timeliness.
Job Responsibilities:
Timeliness
- Station ready to work at scheduled time and you are in proper uniform
Pace - Brisk and steady, organized, no unnecessary steps
Recipe Adherence - 100% recipe knowledge when prepping or assisting with any other production step
Portioning - Use scales, measuring spoons, recipe cards and perform portion control tests
Cleanliness - Maintain the kitchen and all of its equipment to a "like new" condition. Practice clean as you go!
Productivity - Your productivity is measured, not only by the quality of what you do, but by the quantity of work you complete in a specific time period
Organization skills are a must
Think ahead - Stock supplies before the rush
Teamwork
Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to all OSHA guidelines
Safe food handling
Receiving, rotating and stocking food
Prep support as needed
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to handle multiple tasks and balance fluctuating workload
Ability to work and communicate well with others
Attention to detail and ability to take initiative a must
Responsible behavior and professional image
Must have a positive attitude
Safe food handling and safety is always a top priority
Must be a team player
Qualifications:
1-2 years of work or related experience preferred
Must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays
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What they do
A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$34,307 / year median in Colorado
-8% projected decline