Prep Cook FT

ISS•San Jose, CA

1d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Prep Production Cook is responsible for producing visually appealing and good tasting foods to Guckenheimer standards. You will prepare, season, and cook soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other products as under the direction of the Cook, or Chef, and well as serving customers during meal periods.

Requirements

Must be able to use standard kitchen equipment correctly and safely. Chefs' knives; Convection ovens; Rotating rack ovens; Meat and cheese slicing machines, steamers, mandolins, grills, and broilers
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for food preparation
Ability to coordinate work with and follow the direction of the chef or cook
Use of food cost control methods
Possess ServSafe certification or City/State Food Handler Card
Passion for customer service
Positive attitude
Dependable
Ability to communicate effectively

Nice To Haves

High volume catering production experience a plus
Cash handling/Cashier experience a plus

Responsibilities

Season and cook food according to recipes and experience
Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, taking temperatures. Adjust seasoning to customer tastes
Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes, using various kitchen utensils and equipment
Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve food to patrons
Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters
Substitute for or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods
Commitment to the service values and ethics of the client company
Must comply with all ServSafe and HACCP programs and principles
Performs other duties as assigned
Must follow all safety rules and actively prevent accidents