Duties And Responsibilities
As directed the Cook I actively works in the efficient production of fresh meals and beverages for customers. Skillfully works in display cooking areas and prep stations to prepare cook and serve a wide variety of recipes in mass quantities in accordance with standard operating procedures. Follows recipes. Positively and professionally interacts with customers. Ensures quality product is being served in an appealing manner while following portion control guidelines. Properly follows sanitation guidelines and handles food in accordance with FDA food codes and as directed by MSUs Registered Sanitarian. Regularly assists with the cleaning disposition and storage of foods (hot and cold) supplies and equipment in accordance with the sanitarians recommendations. As directed assists with leading and training student and temporary employees. Assists with testing recipes at various times of year. As directed assists with maintaining inventory and controlling food and waste costs at their station. Actively contributes to the team by performing other duties as needed in support of the departments mission.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Normal service areas kitchen cooler freezer dock environments Stationary and/or moving about for long periods of time Frequently moving transporting and placing containers/product weighing up to 50 lbs and occasionally up to 100lbs Occasionally moving product up and down stairs Bending kneeling stretching and general moving about while stocking products Gripping handles on small kitchen utensils and other equipment Performing repetitive motions related to job duties Regular exposure to cleaning chemicals