Washington, DC - USA
Job Summary
Perkins Management Services is seeking a Cook for the campus of the University of District Columbia. At PMSC you will discover the ingredients for a rewarding career in food service management with a focus on Retail Management. Youll enjoy a unique improved quality of life that is distinct within the hospitality industry.
**Job Description**
The ideal candidate for this position will have previous experience enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and be capable of following directions and multitasking effectively.
We are looking for candidates who will:
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef to create diverse menus that align with both client and company policies and vision.
- Properly handle store and rotate all products.
- Plan food production to coordinate with meal serving hours ensuring that the excellence quality temperature and appearance of the food are maintained.
- Produce high-quality dishes that adhere to the established menu and meet the locations standards as well as client requirements.
- Ensure that hygiene and food safety standards are met throughout all stages of food preparation from the ingredients to the finished dish leaving the kitchen.
- Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills deep-fat fryers and griddles.
- Keep the work area neat and clean at all times and clean and maintain equipment used in food preparation.
- Maintain a positive and professional demeanor with coworkers and customers.
- Follow and communicate instructions from the Executive or Sous Chef.
**Job Requirements**:
- **Experience**: At least 2 years of experience as a cook.
- **Certifications**: SERV Safe certification is required.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
At Perkins, we bring our cumulative experience to bear on every project and work to exceed the expectation of our customers. Let us know how we can help you.