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GD Correctional Services
Cook
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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.
$37,488 / year median in New Jersey
+6% projected growth
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
COOK Position summary: The Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food according to recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The Cook should safely handle equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, Cook- Chill, Kettle and etc. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by location based on client requirements and business needs. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Cooks and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes
- Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment
- Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items
- Safely utilizes a variety of utensils including knives
- Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
- Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods
- Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines
- Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures
- Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
- Maintains excellent customer service and positive attitude towards guest, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
- Adheres to GD Correctional safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation.
- Ensures security of company assets
- Other duties and tasks as assigned by manager
- Requires frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling of up to 25 lbs.
- Requires constant standing/walking
- Maintain security clearance Reports to: Food Service Director / Assistant Food Service Director Qualifications
- Experience as a cook or in a related role required
- Proven knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage
- ServSafe® Certification a Plus
- Demonstrates basic math and counting skills
- Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
- Acquire Culinary Skills, in a fast-paced work environment, with flexible hours
- High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
- Maintain a safe, sanitary work environment, which conforms to all standards and regulations.