Job DescriptionThe Cook is an integral part of Blackbird Farm. The Cook assists the Chef in order for the Kitchen Department to prepare and serve three nutritious meals a day for students, staff, and guests. The Cook reports to the Head Chef.
Essential Functions and Duties include, but are not limited to the following:*- Supervise and oversee Kitchen Department when Head Chef is not scheduled
- Assist Head Chef in keeping inventory of food and Kitchen Department supplies
- Prepare and serve meals for students, staff, and guests
- Follow established recipes and meet quality standards both in volume and small quantities
- Provide comparable meal options for dietary restrictions and allergies
- Perform repetitive work such as slicing, chopping, cutting, stirring, frying and other related kitchen duties
- Ensure food is maintained at proper serving temperatures
- Clean food preparation equipment used, and ensures food preparation and service areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner
- Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly deep cleaning of the facility and service areas and all kitchen equipment
- Practice safe food handling guidelines according to Health and Safety and regulations (CALCODE)
- Receive, label, and stock food and supplies according to Environmental Health and Safety and regulations (CALCODE)
- Assist with other functions and duties as assigned
- Greet our guests with a smile and express a genuine appreciation for them
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:- Professional, mature and experienced working with a wide range of populations (experience with both youth and adult clients)
- Ability to interpret and follow recipes and to compute basic mathematical calculations
- Ability to work under time constrains, and prepare meals for small (10) as well as large (50-100+) groups
- Able to work independent of others with minimal supervision as well as in a team
Education, Experience and Requirements:- Culinary Arts Degree or a minimum of 2 years of equivalent experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
- ServSafe Certified preferred
- Must be available to work weekends
- Employee must pass TB test and Livescan background clearance
Pay- $21/hrHousing available for $300/mo*The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They describe the general nature and level of work being performed and/or represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job. The Company retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.