Cook

Under direct supervision, plan and prepare menus, prepare food, and manages kitchen inventory.

Duties:

• Plans, develops, and assesses costs for menus. Prepares new recipes/entrees, salads and other menu items.
• Monitors and maintains physical inventory weekly and/or monthly. Order produce and other food items on a daily basis.
• Participates in ongoing skill development courses in order to stay abreast of the latest trends in the food service industry.
• May prepare specialty foods, such as pizzas, fish and chips, sandwiches, or tacos, following specific methods that usually require short preparation time.
• Cleans and maintains food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education: High School diploma or GED, AND:

• 12 months experience as a cook or graduate of culinary school.

Skills:

• Ability to understand & convert measurements
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment & supplies
• Ability to plan a health conscience menu.
• Ability to interpret information.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to understand profit and loss statement.

Certifications: None

Working Conditions:

• Standard Restaurant Environment

Departmental Preferences:

• Familiarity with preparation of gourmet and specialty type menu items. Some experience in menu planning and costing.
• Valid Safe Food Handling and Sanitation Certificate from the State of Oklahoma

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