Prep Cook (Glenaire)

Brightspire•Cary, NC

About The Position

Together we CAN! This position must be available to work weekends The Prep Cook will learn to and assist in preparing, seasoning, and cooking various food product for consumption, through job experience supplemented by related instruction, prior to being considered a qualified, skilled cook. Maintains food safety and sanitation standards within the preparation and kitchen areas.

Requirements

Ability to read and comprehend English simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Food Handler's Permit and ServSafe Certification as required by applicable state and county.

Responsibilities

Learns to read menu to estimate food requirements and orders food from supplier or procures it from storage.
Prepares and cooks food in accordance with company production records and standardized recipes.
Takes instruction in, and learns to adjust thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters, and steam kettles.
Assists in measuring and mixing ingredients according to recipe, using variety of kitchen utensils and equipment.
Bakes, roasts, broils, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods under guidance.
Adds seasoning to food during mixing or cooking, according to instructions from others.
Observes and tests food being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing with fork to determine that it is cooked.
Carves meat, portions food on serving plates, adds gravies, sauces, and garnishes servings to fill orders as directed.
Wash, peel, cut and shred vegetables and fruits to prepare them for use.
Butcher chickens, fish and shellfish as directed.
Bake bread, rolls, cakes, and pastry as course of instruction permits.
Maintains work area and equipment in a clean and presentable manner.
Follows principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment.
Represents company in courteous, efficient, and friendly manner in all customer and employee interactions.
Ensure compliance with company service standards, and company inventory and cash control procedures.
Perform other functions and duties as assigned.