Cook I_NE-PMC_-Administration

Overview

TITLE: COOK I

LOCATION: CVAC

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

GRADE: 04

TYPE: REGULAR

REPORTS TO: PROGRAM DIRECTOR

UPDATED: 03/2019

Under the general supervision of the Program Director, the Cook I prepares, cooks and serves nutritional meals and snacks in accordance with established guidelines and schedules; ensures all meals are prepared and served in a safe and presentable manner; cleans kitchen facilities, equipment, and appliances; and maintains kitchen supply and food inventory, in a neat and orderly manner.

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

• Kitchen Management (50%): Maintains, stores and organizes food and kitchen supplies inventory and equipment; maintains written inventory; properly rotates food and discards when necessary.
• Performs all kitchen work in accordance with health regulations as it relates to food preparation, food serving and storage.
• Maintains the cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen and kitchen equipment.
• Stocks concessions and condiments.
• Washes, dries, and stores pots, pans, plates, glasses, cups, bowls, and utensils; cleans tables, chairs, and condiment holders; sweeps, mops, polishes, strips, and waxes kitchen and dining room floors; cleans refrigerators, freezers, ice machines, coffee makers, stoves, and ovens; empties trash cans.
• Stocks foods, beverages, and supplies in an orderly and safe manner.
• Sets tables with plates, napkins and utensils or sets up buffet line for self-service.
• Maintains a high degree of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining room; ensures that all meals are prepared in a safe manner; ensures all kitchen personnel practice proper personal hygiene.

• Food Preparation (35%): Prepares meals, beverages and snacks; washes and chops fruits and vegetables; mixes beverages and arranges snacks.
• Prepares food in accordance with the proper methods and procedures in accordance with Serv Safe Guidelines.
• Cooks and completes the presentation of meals to ensure compliance with recipes and health standards; ensures appropriate utilization of surplus and leftovers; ensures all food served for each meal is maintained at appropriate serving temperatures.
• Prepares and cooks meals that are nutritionally sound and visually appealing; serves food and beverages in a presentable manner; prepares plates for persons requiring additional assistance.

• Meal Planning (7%): Ensures that enough food is prepared based on the number of people to be served and that food is prepared in a timely manner as scheduled; ensures appropriate proportions are provided.
• Plans menus and purchases food and supplies necessary for the preparation and serving of nutritional meals.
• Conducts meal counts prior to food preparation; maintains food inventory and equipment inventory.
• Accommodates and documents menu adjustments to meet any special dietary needs of children (allergies, religious, medical, etc.) as able.
• Ensures that all food is offered in a professional, considerate fashion with a focus on customer service.

• Community Relations (8%): Assists in monitoring work of volunteers working in the kitchen and concession areas.
• Oversees intern workers; monitors progress; weekly documents success.
• Manages and oversees the Community Garden.
• Collaborates with the community and community partners by attending meetings and networking.

• Other Responsibilities: Collects, reviews and reports monthly statistical data representing department services pertaining to meals served; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same.;
  Maintains a professional attitude and approach to problem solving.;
  Meets all health and safety regulations as defined by the Health Department as well as The Salvation Army.;
  Perform other duties as assigned.

Kitchen equipment, Dishes and Utensils, Cleaning equipment and tools, Office equipment, computer

Follows and ensures adherence to The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures.

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