Schedule/Hours: Varies- Full time
This position is responsible for:
Key Responsibilities:
Supervisory Responsibilities (10%)
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Acts as a lead worker to staff and/or volunteers; may assign some daily duties of staff; trains and instructs employees in the proper methods and procedures; informs supervisor of any issues as they arise.
Food Cooking and Serving Responsibilities (45%)
- Plans menus, cleans, cooks, and prepares a variety of foods and beverages utilizing kitchen equipment, utensils and supplies in accordance with acceptable and economical cooking methods.
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Ensures that enough food is prepared based on the number of people to be served and that food is prepared in a timely manner as scheduled.
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Serves food and beverages in a presentable manner; prepares meals for persons requiring special assistance.
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Maintains proper supply and orderliness of kitchen stock inventory in order to meet the needs of the kitchen; assists supervisor with making orders and food purchases; may drive to pick up orders.
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Prepares snacks and prepares plates of food for people eating after normal serving hours.
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Sets tables with plates, napkins and utensils or sets up buffet line for self-service.
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Assists in serving meals ensuring appropriate portions are provided.
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Drives to transport and/or pick up food and supplies for catering.
Kitchen Cleaning Responsibilities (45%)
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Cleans tables, chairs, floors, dishes, utensils and kitchen appliances.
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Maintains a high degree of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining room; ensures that all meals are prepared in a safe manner; ensures all kitchen personnel practice proper personal hygiene; ensures compliance with health regulations.
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Receives and stocks foods, beverages, and supplies in an orderly and safe manner.
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Stores, refrigerates and freezes foods in a safe and economical manner; monitors expiration dates on all foods ensuring proper disposal of food with expired dates.
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Washes, dries, and stores pots, pans, plates, glasses, cups, bowls, and utensils.
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Sweeps and mops kitchen and vacuums dining room floors; empties trash cans.
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Cleans refrigerators, freezers, ice machines, coffee makers, stoves, and ovens.
Other Responsibilities:
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Materials and Equipment:
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General Cleaning Tools
- General Kitchen Equipment
- Stoves
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Freezers
- Refrigerators
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of proper cooking methods and procedures.
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Knowledge of meal planning techniques.
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Knowledge of effective cleaning and sanitizing practices including proper safety precautions.
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Knowledge of acceptable food storage and cleaning techniques.
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Ability to cook nutritional, tasteful and safe food for large groups in a timely manner
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Ability to properly clean kitchen appliances and utensils.
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Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
Education and Experience:
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High school diploma or G.E.D.
And
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Two years’ experience cooking food for large groups,
or
- Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Certifications:
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Food Handler’s Certificate (or ability to obtain within established timeframe)
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Valid State Drivers License
Physical Requirements:
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Ability to meet attendance requirements.
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Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively.
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Ability to cook, taste and smell food.
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Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.
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Duties are performed standing and requires squatting, climbing, bending and walking. Any of the preceding duties may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of sitting.
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Extensive amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light to moderately heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.).
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled
