Culinary Work Placement

City of Hurst.•Hurst, TX

1d•$12

About The Position

The Culinary Work Placement position is a seasonal position that assists the Executive Chef, Sous Chef, and HCC Culinary team in assuring high food quality and food service sanitation throughout the facility. Assists with food preparation and food service sanitation insuring an efficient, timely, and profitable food service operation by performing the following duties personally. There is a possibility to work extended hours and weekends.

Requirements

Ability to maintain all hygiene and sanitary regulations and be clean and presentable at all times (i.e., report to duty punctually wearing a clean and correct uniform and safety shoes).
Knowledge of a safe work environment and ability to keep it safe for yourself and your co-workers.
Skill to review all equipment in the kitchen and ability to keep clean and in good working condition before use.
Knowledge to adhere to sanitation standards as outlined by the Public Health Department.
Ability to provide a high level of customer/client service.
Must be a student of HEBISD and enrolled in the culinary program at the Buinger Career and Technical Education Academy. Must have all current certifications and licenses required by local, state, and/or federal guidelines for food production management.
Applicant must possess current, valid driver’s license and a current working telephone number that can be accessed by the Executive Chef or General Manager for business-related purposes.

Responsibilities

Adheres strongly to the City of Hurst Code of Ideals.
Prepares food as specified by the chefs.
Read and follows all recipes; adjust recipes accurately.
Operates all kitchen equipment safely and correctly.
Taste and evaluates food before serving to ensure that standards are met; consults with the Chef if there are any concerns.
Portions food as specified by the Executive Chef.
Garnishes food in an appealing manner.
Follows production sheets accurately.
Serves food that is safe to eat.
Follows facility and Chefs safe food handling guidelines.
Cleans and sanitizes work area according to cleaning schedule. Understands and uses the “clean as you go” method.
Implements and maintains City of Hurst and HCC policies and procedures.
Maintains close communications and works cooperatively with Executive Chef, the rest of the Administrative team and co-workers to ensure consistency of services and the highest quality of operation.