Cook

Responsibilities

IF YOU APPLIED UNDE# D-0015-19, THERE IS NO NEED TO RE-APPLY.

Works alone or with a higher grade cook to roast,broil, bake, fry, boil, steam, and stew meats, fish and poultry. Prepares soups, stocks, broths, gravies, sauces, and puddings without the use of package mixes. Makes a variety of desert items such as baked Alaska, crepes, mousses.  Adjusts standardized recipes for the number of servings required in large quantity cooking. Maintains proper temperature for all foods during holding, transport, reheating, and serving to assure quality control and food safety. Prepares cold food platters; mixes and prepares cold sauces, meat glazes, molded aspics, and salad dressings. Carves vegetables and fruits as garnishes for food platters and dishes.  Maintains rotation of food inventories to prevent spoilage. May assist management in purchasing and menu pricing decisions by performing yield tests for selected foods, in ordering items in accordance with daily and weekly menu requirements, and preparing food production worksheets from computerized recipe files.

Qualifications

IF YOU APPLIED UNDER ANNOUNCEMENT# D-0015-19, THERE IS NO NEED TO RE-APPLY.

Basic knowledge of food preparation principles and a practical understanding of the physical changes that occur during the processing and cooking of food. Working knowledge of the planning process involved in cooking an entire meal including different preparation methods for various food items, the necessary time for cooking these different items, and how to schedule and coordinate preparation to produce a properly cooked meal on time. Ability to evaluate a variety of raw and cooked food items to ascertain their freshness. Knowledge of standard formulas used in yield testing.  Knowledge of principles of food spoilage, food borne illness, and food safety. Practical knowledge of methods and procedures necessary for ordering, issuing and storing food items in accordance with inventory and sanitation requirements.

Must be able to walk or stand for prolonged period of time. Must be able handle items weighing up to 40 lbs. on a frequent basis.  Must be able to obtain a valid health card. High school diploma and 18 years of age preferred.

Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays.

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