Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Maintain hygiene and compliance with sanitary standards in the kitchen. Verify the quality and freshness of ingredients before use. Prepare ingredients and cook dishes according to the restaurant's recipes and standards. Control cooking times to ensure timely delivery of dishes. Ensure proper presentation of dishes before serving. Store and handle ingredients properly to preserve freshness. Maintain an orderly and clean work area and cooking utensils. Follow the chef's directions in the preparation and cooking of food. Adapt preparations to special customer requests when necessary.