Cook

Chugach Government Solutions•Palmer, AK

38d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the preparation of all Center meals in accordance with preplanned menus, within established budgets, and in compliance with government, corporate, and management directives. Acts as lead worker for assistant cooks, cook helpers, and Center work base learning students.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
One (1) year experience in the food service industry.
Successfully pass any background check and/drug test required on the contract.
Must be able to obtain a Food Handler’s certificate with 30 days of employment.
Must be able to obtain a ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification within 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a commercial or institutional kitchen.
Culinary Arts certification from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook quantity of food required according to menu and number of students and children.
Assist in instructing assistant cooks and student food services trainees in the safe, hygienic method of preparing and serving appetizing, appealing meals.
Ensure work area is safe, clean, and sanitary at all times.
Prepare foods as directed for special Center functions and visitors.
Assist in cleaning kitchen work areas and cafeteria following each meal.
Ensure minimum waste through efficient storage, inventory, and food utilization.
Help cook and serve meals, ensuring that prepared foods are held and served at proper temperatures, and all left over foods are properly chilled and stored.
Maintain accountability of students and property; adhere to safety practices.
Cultivate and maintain a climate on Center which is free of harassment, intimidation, and disrespect to provide a safe place for staff and students to work and learn.
Promote student attainment of career success standards through modeling appropriate skills, mentoring students, monitoring skill acquisition and intervening when inappropriate behavior is observed.
Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
Perform all other duties as requested.
Prepare and cook nutritious meals.
Assist with daily meal production.
Ensure all food preparation meets food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
Follow standardized recipes, portion controls, and production schedules.
Operate and maintain commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
Monitor food temperatures and properly store, label, and rotate food items.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations, storage areas, and food preparation areas.
Assist with inventory management, receiving deliveries, and verifying quality and quantity of food supplies.