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Cook
Job Description
Description This Job has been imported from the National Job Bank. For more information please click the link to view the job on the National Job Bank. View the full posting on The National Job Bank Skills and Abilities Tasks
- Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
- Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
- Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef
- Inspect kitchens and food service areas
- Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
- Order supplies and equipment
- Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
- Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
- Clean kitchen and work areas
- Recruit and hire staff
- Organize buffets and banquets
- Manage kitchen operations Employment terms options
- Evening
- Flexible hours
- Morning
- Night
- Day•Weekend Support for youths•Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment•Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth•Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth•Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth Support for Indigenous people•Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people•Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers•Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations•Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers•Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers
Benefits
- Flexible Work Schedules
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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.
$34,500 / year median in Virginia
+3% projected growth