Part Time Cook

Prepares and cook food according to cycle menus and standardized recipes. Responsibilities shall include, but not limited to, preparing, mixing and cooking ingredients, serving food and clean-up of cooking areas, serving areas and foodservice equipment. Work is performed in accordance with current Federal, State and local standards regarding sanitation, safety and infection control.

Reports to the Dietary Manager / Supervisor
Class: Union

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

(All responsibilities may or may not be required of all incumbents)

  • Prepares appropriate foods, hot or cold, in a timely fashion for meal service
  • Weighs and measures ingredient, properly using recipes in order to produce a standard product
  • Operates various kitchen equipment as assigned, reports malfunctioning equipment.
  • Reports unsafe conditions in the kitchen and suggests possible solutions to hazards
  • Responsible for cleaning worktables and equipment, maintaining work area in sanitary condition
  • Serves food on a buffet line

EDUCATION AND REQUIREMENTS

  • High School diploma or GED
  • One year of experience preparing food on a large-scale basis
  • Possession of an Illinois Department of Public Health Sanitation Certificate

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Ability to read and write simple correspondence
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions
  • Ability to communicate information to dietary staff, residents and other employees of SHSRC
  • Ability to perform math calculations
  • Ability to follow security and safety regulations
  • Ability to deal with specific food and/or staff related problems
  • Knowledge of food preparation and cooking methods
  • Knowledge of materials and equipment used in cooking operations
  • Knowledge of health and safety standards in a food service operation

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