Cook

Lewis County General Hospital • Lowville, NY

25d • $19 - $24

About The Position

Prepares and cooks a variety of food. In a large kitchen, the Cook may be responsible for one part of a meal, such as meat, vegetables, or pastries and desserts. In a small kitchen, the Cook may supervise preparation of an entire meal and may be in charge of the kitchen operation. The position may supervise Assistant Cooks and/or Food Service Helpers.

Requirements

• Two years of experience in large-scale cooking, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Good knowledge of methods for preparing, cooking, and baking food in large quantities.
• Good knowledge of modern cooking utensils, appliances, and equipment.
• Good knowledge of cleaning methods and the use of cleaning materials and equipment.
• Ability to plan for economy and efficiency in the use of supplies, equipment, and food.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions and recipes.
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meat, fish, poultry, soups, vegetables, cereals, desserts, salads, and other food.
• Bake cakes, pies, rolls, and other pastries.
• Cut, clean, and dress meat, fish, and poultry.
• Store food properly.
• Supervise assistants preparing food and cleaning tables, kitchen utensils, stoves, and the kitchen.
• Keep simple related records.

What This Job Offers

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