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Head Cook
Job Description
POSITION INFORMATION
BASIC DETAILS Travel Requirement:
No Teleworking :
No Full-Time/Part-Time :
Full-Time FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Pay Range :
$22.00/hr
•Pay is based on numerous factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
POSITION SUMMARY INFORMATION
DUTIES
AND REQUIREMENTS
Job Summary:
The Head Cook will be responsible for planning, preparing and cooking all meals. The Head Cook will supervise overseeing all kitchen operations, including food preparation, meal service, food safety compliance, inventory control and kitchen cleanliness. The Head cook must possess strong organizational, communication and leadership skills.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Plan, prepare and cook meals according to approved menus. Monitor food quality, presentation, and taste standards. Adjust recipes and meal quantities based on occupancy and guest needs. Ensure food is prepared, portioned and served in a timely manner. Maintain compliance with all health, sanitation and food safety regulations. Ensure proper food storage, labeling and temperture controls. Conduct routine inspections of kitchen equipment and work areas. Monitor food, beverage and supply inventories. Conduct inventories and receive, inspect, and properly store deliveries. Minimize waste through proper inventory management and portion control. Order food and kitchen supplies as needed. Ensure equipment is operated safely and reported for maintenance when necessary. Oversees and operates mixers, ovens, choppers, shredders, steamers, grills, grinders, steam kettles, fry kettles, and other food equipment. Ensures compliance with all requirements pertaining to the Job Site and work. Ensure that the facility is maintained in a clean and orderly fashion and that staff are appropriately supervised.
Required Education, Certifications, Licenses, and Experience:
ServSafe or other ANSI and CFP accredited Food Protection Manager certification 1-2 years experience working in a fast paced food service environment.
Cook / Culinary
training or related experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Minimum 2-5 years of commercial kitchen experience. Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred. Knowledge of food safety regulation and sanitation standards. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Work Environment:
Employees may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.
Physical Requirements:
Employees may be required to remain in a stationary position, stand, push, pull, climb, kneel, crawl, balance, squat, bend, and reach. Employees may be also required to use gear to move items around, including, but not limited to, carts and dollies. Employees may also be occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 49 pounds. GardaWorld Federal Services is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance