Food Service Cook - Job # 8683

Food Service Cook

Reports to: Food Service Manager

Dept/School: Food Service Department

Wkly/Hrs Worked: 30 Hours

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Date Revised: June 17, 2019

Primary Purpose: Prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, safety practices and Customer Service.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: Current City Food Handler's permit, High School Diploma or GED or three years' experience as a Food Service Worker with SFDR-CISD

Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions, Ability to read menus, recipes, and production records, Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations, Ability to promote teamwork and effectively communicate with fellow staff, students, administrators, and parents, Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures, Ability to follow instructions and meet strict health department requirements

Experience: A minimum of six month employment experience in food service and food preparation.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Food Preparation and Serving:

1. Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes and ensure proper temperature.

2. Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures.

3. Practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.

4. Supervise storage and handling of food items and supplies. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.

5. Stock serving areas including serving line, salad bars, milk boxes and assist fellow workers as situations arise.

6. Handle and accurately record food production records.

Safety and Sanitation:

7. Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards.

8. Follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.

9. Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary. FOOD SERVICE COOK REVISED JUNE 17, 2019 10. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

11. Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other:

12. Help check in groceries and store appropriately if requested by manager. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.

13. Ensure ovens, stoves, and all equipment used for cooking is cleaned on a daily basis.

14. Assist in maintaining daily food production records.

15. Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

16. Maintain daily food production records.

17. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members and foster a positive work environment.

18. Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the cafeteria as directed by your Manager, to include cashier functions.

19. Maintain confidentiality of information.

20. Follow established Food Service Standard Operating Procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Equipment Used: Large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, sharp cutting tools, oven, dishwasher, and food and utility cart.

Working Conditions / Physical Demands: Continual standing, walking, pushing, and pulling; frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing (ladder), moderate lifting 10-15 lbs frequently, 35-40 occasionally, more than 40 lbs frequently, and carrying; exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures.