Cook I SAFB-FS

Work Services Corporation•Gadsden, AL

About The Position

The Cook I assists Cook IV and Cook III with meal production and must be able to work independently. The position performs Cook I duties in accordance with the Performance Work Statement and the Cook I Training and Certification form. Responsibilities include food production in the kitchen, fry setup, and salad bar preparation and service. The Cook I uses required documentation such as storeroom requisition forms, production logs, menus, and recipe cards; follows knife safety; and maintains food sanitation and safety standards in work and service areas. The position monitors and records product temperatures, performs line-serving duties, replenishes products, maintains cleanliness during meals, and cleans areas afterward. The employee follows WSC professional conduct policies and completes other job-related duties as assigned. The position operates in a food service environment with exposure to heat or cold, moving mechanical parts, vibration, and potentially loud noise. The role requires familiarity with the operation, safety, and basic troubleshooting of food service equipment. Hours vary and may include nights, weekends, and holidays. Travel is generally not expected. The position has no supervisory responsibility.

Requirements

Ability to complete and maintain annual ServSafe™ Food Handler’s certification.
Successful completion of Cook’s Helper certification.
Ability to safely operate food preparation equipment as outlined in the Cook’s Helper Training and Certification Form.
Ability to perform basic mathematical functions.
Ability to identify and properly use cleaning products and chemicals, understand relevant rules and procedures, and use personal protective equipment.
Ability to meet the requirements of an Air Force background check.
Ability to walk, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, and crouch for the duration of each shift.
Ability to frequently lift and carry items weighing 40 pounds and occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds.
Manual dexterity, auditory and visual skills, and ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Work experience as a cook’s helper or industry equivalent.

Responsibilities

Assist Cook IV and Cook III with meal production and work independently.
Prepare food in the kitchen, working directly with Cook IV and Cook III.
Prepare required items for fry setup.
Prepare ingredients and salads, set up and serve salad bars, and maintain them.
Use required documentation, including the WSC 1005 Storeroom Requisition Form, CFS Production Log, CFS Master Menu, and recipe cards.
Understand and follow knife safety.
Maintain sanitation standards in the line service area, salad preparation area, kitchen work areas, and equipment used for meal preparation.
Maintain product temperatures during preparation and service and complete applicable Temperature Log Sheets.
Perform line-serving duties, including checking product temperatures, maintaining cleanliness, replenishing products, maintaining the area during meals, and cleaning areas after meals.
Maintain professional conduct in accordance with WSC policy.
Perform other job-related duties as required by management.