Cook & Food Runner

The cook will prepare meal ingredients, dishes, condiments, and other items as directed.

$14 hourly

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Core duties and responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Prepares menu dishes with ingredients as directed.

• Prepares fresh produce by peeling, cutting, and portioning.

• Prepares meat by trimming, cutting, and portioning.

• Prepares simple dishes such as breads or salads.

• Mixes or prepares condiments, dressings, and sauces.

• Maintains compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling,
  and hygiene codes and standards.

• Assists with unloading, inspection, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Basic understanding of, or the ability to learn, basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.

• Basic understanding of, or the ability to learn, food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.

• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.

• Ability to work well as part of a team.

• Ability to maintain personal hygiene.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred.

• Prior related experience preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Prolonged periods of standing and working in a kitchen.

• Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold in a kitchen environment.

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

• Must be able to work late nights and unpredictable hours.

• Manual dexterity to cut and chop food and perform other related tasks.

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