Experienced Central Production Cook Tier 5 $20.50/hour

Sunday-Wednesday 5:00am-2:00pm

Thursday 5:00am-11:00am

40 hours/week

Physical Requirements

Lift once a day to 10 times a week 100lbs

Stand for entire shift

Work in varying temperatures: out of doors, coolers, freezers and near heated equipment

Stoop, Bend, push, pull throughout the shift

Manipulate small hand tools

Lift 50 lb. occasionally

Duties

Take proper food and equipment temperatures.

Prepares food from scratch on a large scale from a production sheet and standard recipe according to established food preparation procedures. Plans daily and weekly production tasks including defrosting, marinating, chopping, pre-cooking and mixing. Directs and assigns daily tasks to other production employees. Ensures all kitchen procedures for safe food preparation, handling and storage are followed. Reviews and records waste, inventory, production amounts and equipment temperatures. Improvises in production for filler when the meals served exceeds the expected count. Increases and decreases production according to the numbers to be served at a period of time. Ensures all production is ready by the mealtime and continues to maintain supply during the service hours. Uses a variety of kitchen equipment including electric fryer, steamer, slow cooker, gas stove, gas oven, grill, broiler, knives and mixer.

Review the presentation of all food for taste, appearance, pairing, display, garnish and dishware and serving utensils. Under the direction of Executive Chef, assesses recipes for appropriate flavor, texture and appearance and adjusts the recipe if needed. Assists in the ordering of food items needed on hand to prepare future meals. Collaborates on the nutritional menu planning.

Keeps work surfaces and equipment clean and clear of debris. Uses commercial strength chemicals to clean, sanitize and polish. Reviews the preparation and serving areas for cleanliness.

Assists in other areas with food preparation duties as needed.

Takes ownership for the workstation utilizing student employee support.

Any duties assigned based on business needs.