Cook - Kutztown University

Aramark • Maxatawny Township, PA

31d

About The Position

The Cook position is responsible for preparing food according to recipes incompliance with food safety regulations.

Requirements

• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Time management skills
• Excellent customer service
• Minimum 1 year experience in the food service industry
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment

Nice To Haves

• ServSafe Certified

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down work stations
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station, ensures all equipment and utensils are sanitized appropriately between use
• Cook and prepare food according to production guidelines and recipes
• Knowledge of food product, identification, and acceptable level of food quality
• Ensure food is stored at the appropriate temperature for the appropriate length of time and follows all food safety standards
• Ensures all food is labeled and stored correctly for use in the appropriate timeframe.
• Complete daily temperature logs
• Must know methods of food preparation, cooking times, and portion sizes to insure food is prepared in prescribed manner
• Evaluates proper execution of the recipe by tasting prepared items. Follow ServSafe approved tasting method
• Understands the importance of reducing food waste, store and record waste in designated bins for tracking purposes
• Cuts, trims, bones and carves meats and poultry for cooking
• Responsible for using correct portions when cutting, preparing, and serving items Involves working with chemicals, heated equipment, steam and at other risk conditions
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and frequently lift, push, pull, or carry up to 30 lbs
• Ability to walk or stand for extended time periods, up to 6 hours
• Must be able to safely operate all kitchen equipment
• Must be able to read and follow recipes
• Must be able to follow written and verbal directions
• Cross-train at other stations at the location
• Work in other areas or departments as needed
• Completion of any task requested by a supervisor or member of the Aramark management team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees