Cook II

Southern Foodservice Management Inc • Leavenworth, KS

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Prepare and Cook main entrees and/or sides as assigned daily by Lead Cook or Management according to the daily menu’s recipes strictly adhering to recipe cards. Taste products for good quality / texture, not to be over salted. Place all properly cooked menu items on serving line and garnish. Check temperatures of menu items for required ranges and record on DA Form 7800. Utilize progressive cooking throughout the meal as directed by the Lead Cook to ensure freshness and quality of food served. Replenish food items in the steam tables or cold bars as required during service. Assist on Food serving lines during meal service times. Greet and care for our customers while working on the serving lines. Break down service areas after the meal period ends. Responsible for maintaining kitchen to Sanitation standards established by Company and Army Food Program. Clean assigned equipment, kitchen, storage and serving areas such preparation tables, steam kettles, ovens, floors, steam tables, etc. Southern Foodservice Management’s Culture We have a philosophy for everyone on our service team to give something extra. A Southern Foodservice Management employee: Exhibits a positive, friendly and respectful attitude towards guests and other team members. Arrives to work on time and in correct uniform, clean shoes, clean and pressed black pants and shirt, apron, name tag, and a SMILE. Understands job duties and responsibilities, as well as having an eagerness to learn more and develop new skills. Promotes a fun and efficient work environment, focusing on guest satisfaction. Responsible for proper preparation and cooking of specific menu items assigned by Lead Cook. Responsible for correct quantities and quality of menu items assigned using Recipe Cards and Production Schedules. Must maintain proper food safety and sanitation procedures in accordance with the Tri-Service Food Code, DA Pam 30-22 and HAACP. Responsible for following proper safety procedures like wearing PPE to ensure a safe working environment. Always conduct yourself in a professional and orderly manner in accordance with the SFM Code of Conduct. Follow the direction of the Cook I in carrying out the duties and procedures as assigned. All staff members are also responsible for other duties or tasks that are assigned by the Assistant Managers or Supervisors, as a part of any “Job” or “Position” assigned during a normal work schedule. Team members may be assigned to support the meal production, service and cleaning after the meal or the dining facility.

Requirements

• Lift up to 40lbs
• Standing 80%, Walking 20%
• Frequent movement of objects
• Occasional heavy lifting, heavy carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing or balancing
• Occasional stooping
• Frequent reaching
• Frequent handling
• Frequent talking/hearing
• Frequent seeing
• Frequent temperature variation

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook main entrees and/or sides according to daily menu recipes.
• Ensure food quality and texture, avoiding over-salting.
• Place cooked menu items on the serving line and garnish.
• Check and record temperatures of menu items.
• Utilize progressive cooking to maintain freshness and quality.
• Replenish food items in steam tables or cold bars during service.
• Assist on food serving lines during meal service times.
• Greet and care for customers on the serving lines.
• Break down service areas after meal periods.
• Maintain kitchen sanitation standards.
• Clean assigned equipment, kitchen, storage, and serving areas.
• Exhibit a positive, friendly, and respectful attitude.
• Arrive to work on time and in correct uniform.
• Understand job duties and responsibilities, with an eagerness to learn.
• Promote a fun and efficient work environment, focusing on guest satisfaction.
• Maintain proper food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Follow proper safety procedures, including wearing PPE.
• Conduct yourself in a professional and orderly manner.
• Follow the direction of the Cook I.
• Perform other duties assigned by Assistant Managers or Supervisors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED