Cook - On Call

Equus•Aguadilla, PR

14h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is on call, which means that the schedule will be based on the needs of the Center. Ensures food preparation is in accordance with planned menus and in sufficient quantities Ensures food is properly stored and the proper temperature is maintained in hot and cold food items Inspects work areas daily to ensure they are kept well organized and clean including store room, refrigerators, freezers, service areas and dining rooms Ensures food is handled in a sanitary manner, including receipt, preparation, and storage, including checking food temperature log daily to ensure appropriate temperature is maintained and logged in accordance with health regulations Check equipment daily to ensure proper cleanliness and sanitation techniques are followed Notify the Food Service Supervisor and issue work orders for repairs or replacement when necessary Assist Supervisor with ordering, stocking, and inventory as needed As needed, wash dishes, sweep and mop floors, remove trash, clean and sanitize tables and service areas Prepares and cooks meals according to standardized recipes and established food preparation techniques Monitors food quality and presentation to ensure high standards are consistently met Assists in menu planning and suggests new menu items based on nutritional guidelines and student preferences Maintains accurate records of food usage, waste, and costs to support inventory management Collaborates with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations during meal preparation and service Adheres to all food safety regulations and guidelines, including proper labeling and dating of stored items Participates in ongoing culinary training and professional development opportunities as required Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Three to six months related experience and/or training; must be able to make quantitative calculations using both fractional and decimal measure units.
Valid State Driver's License with acceptable driving history
Serv-Safe and Food Handling Certification
Health Certificate with Throat Test
Puerto Rico Law 300 Certification
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills with ability to provide excellent service to students
Availability for rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience preferred
One year in Culinary Arts or related field from a college or technical school and/or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
Certified degree related to Culinary Arts.

Responsibilities

Ensures food preparation is in accordance with planned menus and in sufficient quantities
Ensures food is properly stored and the proper temperature is maintained in hot and cold food items
Inspects work areas daily to ensure they are kept well organized and clean including store room, refrigerators, freezers, service areas and dining rooms
Ensures food is handled in a sanitary manner, including receipt, preparation, and storage, including checking food temperature log daily to ensure appropriate temperature is maintained and logged in accordance with health regulations
Check equipment daily to ensure proper cleanliness and sanitation techniques are followed
Notify the Food Service Supervisor and issue work orders for repairs or replacement when necessary
Assist Supervisor with ordering, stocking, and inventory as needed
As needed, wash dishes, sweep and mop floors, remove trash, clean and sanitize tables and service areas
Prepares and cooks meals according to standardized recipes and established food preparation techniques
Monitors food quality and presentation to ensure high standards are consistently met
Assists in menu planning and suggests new menu items based on nutritional guidelines and student preferences
Maintains accurate records of food usage, waste, and costs to support inventory management
Collaborates with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations during meal preparation and service
Adheres to all food safety regulations and guidelines, including proper labeling and dating of stored items
Participates in ongoing culinary training and professional development opportunities as required
Other duties as assigned