Cook

SUMMARY

Prepares food orders and coordinates kitchen activities by performing the following duties:

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Cooks or otherwise prepares food according to recipe
• Cooks food in quantities according to menu and number of persons to be served.
• Inventories food, supplies and equipment weekly
• Orders kitchen supplies as needed
• Ensures all temp logs and waste logs are maintained daily
• Directs personnel assisting in preparation and serving of meals
• Receives, dates, and examines foodstuffs and supplies to ensure quality and quantity meet established standards and specifications
• Ensures kitchen is clean and tidy
• Stocks kitchen at end of each shift
• All other duties as assigned

COMPETENCY

• To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance.
• Team Work – Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Diversity – Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures including, but not limited to, dress code policies.
• Adaptability – Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Completes task on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. .
• Initiative – Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism – Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality
• Quantity – Meets productivity standards. Completes work in a timely manner
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

One-year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE ABILITY

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

MATH ABILITY

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fraction, and decimals.