PEAK - Cook - Wagner

The University of Oklahoma•Norman, OK

12d

About The Position

PEAK Cook applicants for Wagner Dining. This position serves as a team member responsible for preparation, production and/or serving of food items, and other related tasks in the successful operation of Couch Restaurants. Duties: Prepares, season, cooks, and bakes food according to standard recipes following portion control standards. Modifies recipes and/or production amounts under guidance from supervisor. Will be responsible for providing high-quality guest service in a professional manner at all times to both internal and external customers. Ensures optimal quality of food throughout preparation and service. Prepares food items for individual serving following portion control standards. Determines food quantities, prepares estimates of time, labor and materials for assigned tasks. Oversees maintenance of inventory, food consumption and other food service records. Operates a variety of manual and/or automatic kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, mixers, slicers, etc. Handles operational readiness and safety of equipment and supplies. Adheres to university and Health Department quality standards. Advises supervisor concerning quantity and quality of food and supplies. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
12 months experience as a cook or graduate of culinary school.
Ability to understand & convert measurements
Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment & supplies
Ability to plan a health conscience menu.
Ability to interpret information.
Ability to multitask.
Ability to understand profit and loss statement.

Nice To Haves

Valid Safe Food Handling and Sanitation Certificate from the State of Oklahoma.

Responsibilities

Prepares, season, cooks, and bakes food according to standard recipes following portion control standards.
Modifies recipes and/or production amounts under guidance from supervisor.
Will be responsible for providing high-quality guest service in a professional manner at all times to both internal and external customers.
Ensures optimal quality of food throughout preparation and service.
Prepares food items for individual serving following portion control standards.
Determines food quantities, prepares estimates of time, labor and materials for assigned tasks.
Oversees maintenance of inventory, food consumption and other food service records.
Operates a variety of manual and/or automatic kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, mixers, slicers, etc.
Handles operational readiness and safety of equipment and supplies.
Adheres to university and Health Department quality standards.
Advises supervisor concerning quantity and quality of food and supplies.
Performs other related duties as assigned.