2nd Cook

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General Information
Position Title:	2nd Cook
Control Number:	000241
Reports To:	000590
Position Title	Department Name
1st Cook	Dining Services
Department Name:	Dining Services
Location:	Dining Services
Date Prepared:	Mar-06
Exempt:	No

Primary Purpose

Prepares proper quality and quantity of scheduled menu items for the dining hall. Ensures that food is properly prepared, cooked, and safely served.

Responsibilities

Works cooperatively with others and accepts direction from supervisors.

*Reviews meal menu and prepares appropriate food items according to recipes and in adequate volume as indicated on production sheets.

Works with all kitchen personnel to ensure proper quality and quantity of food production and meal preparation in a timely manner.

*Sets up initial food item(s) for meal and varies food production to ensure food is fresh and proper amount is prepared so that shortages or oversupply of food item(s) does not occur.

*Prepares food items as necessary for future meals and/or shift.

*Cleans work area after shift; maintains an orderly kitchen.

Sweeps and mops at end of shift.

May function as 1st Cook and oversee cook and kitchen staff in absence of 1st Cook on designated shift.

Supervises and oversees 3rd cooks and kitchen staff as necessary.

*Ensures the highest standards in sanitary kitchen procedures, food preparation, and storage is maintained.

*Checks food for taste, consistency, and healthy presentation.

*Performs other duties as assigned to assist the department in obtaining and maintaining its mission.

Education & Training

High school degree or equivalent experience required.

Requires prior culinary training. Must be ServSafe certified in various sanitary procedures and proper food storage

Experience

3-5 years experience required. Must be familiar with all stations and equipment that is used in the kitchen.

Knowledge

Must have knowledge of measurements and cooking techniques, proper safe food handling practices, and quality volume food production skills.

Other

Must be able to lift 10-20 lbs. numerous times during the day and up to 50 lbs. several times each day. Must be able to push and pull up to 75 lbs. frequently. Requires long periods of time standing, as well as frequent bending and reaching.

*Denotes essential job functions.