Cook III SAFB FS

Work Services Corporation • Gadsden, AL

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About The Position

The Cook III assists the Executive Chef and Cook IV with meal production and must be able to work independently. The position performs Cook III duties in accordance with the Performance Work Statement and Cook III Training and Certification requirements.

The Cook III develops a working plan to meet production needs and prepares meals as assigned. The role requires proficiency with required production and inventory documentation, adherence to knife-safety practices, and maintaining food-safety and sanitation standards in service, salad-preparation, kitchen, and equipment areas. The Cook III monitors food temperatures during preparation and service, completes applicable temperature logs, and performs line-serving duties as needed, including temperature checks, maintaining a clean service area, and replenishing products.

The position requires professional conduct consistent with WSC policy and completion of other job-related duties as assigned by management. It has no supervisory responsibility. Work is 20–40 hours per week with variable hours and will likely include nights, weekends, and holidays. No travel is expected.

Requirements

• Complete and maintain the ServSafe Food Handler’s Annual Certification.
• Successfully complete Cook I and Cook II Certification.
• Safely operate food-preparation equipment as outlined in the Cook I and II Training and Certification Form.
• Perform basic mathematical functions.
• Identify and properly use cleaning products and chemicals.
• Understand rules and procedures and use personal protective equipment.
• Work independently.
• Meet Cook III Training and Certification requirements and the standards of the Performance Work Statement.

Nice To Haves

• High school graduate or GED.
• Work experience as a Cook I or industry equivalent.
• Two years of grill-cook experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef and Cook IV with meal production.
• Develop a working plan to meet production needs and perform meal-preparation duties as assigned.
• Use required documentation, including the WSC 1005 Storeroom Requisition Form, CAFE Production Log, CAFE Master Menu, and Net-Chef Recipe Cards.
• Follow knife-safety practices.
• Maintain sanitation and food-safety standards in the line-service area, salad-preparation area, kitchen work areas, and equipment used for meal preparation.
• Maintain product temperatures during preparation and serving, and complete applicable Temperature Log Sheets.
• Perform line-serving duties as required, including checking product temperatures, keeping the line and surrounding area clean, replenishing products, and maintaining the area to PWS standards during meals.
• Maintain professional conduct in accordance with WSC policy.
• Perform other job-related duties as required by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed