Trip Cook

American Electric Power•West Columbia, WV

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform any combination of the following duties: plan and prepare nutritious meals for crew members, ensure that all necessary food provisions are on board, Responsible for the cleanliness and upkeep of the galley its equipment and utensils, with the approval of the Captain, order galley supplies and groceries, manage all meals to reduce waste and hold stores to a minimum, immediately inform the Captain of any malfunction of galley equipment or systems. What you’ll do: Essential Job Functions & Tasks Know, understand, follow, and carry out all company safety rules, procedures, and policies as stated in the Employee Handbook and the Responsible Carrier Program, especially as they relate to the safety of the galley and all crew members and visitors who enter the galley. Maintain the galley area, cabinets, shelves, and food storage areas in a clean and organized manner Maintain a clean Cook's quarters and bathroom. Expected to take the initiative in all areas of work, especially in meal planning, and food preparation; and to guard against waste and overstocking of stores. Participate as required in the Vessel Safety Program. Know, maintain, and manage the vessel grocery budget Maintain all required documentation in Cook's galley log. Successfully complete ServSafe Course. Perform all other duties as required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Holding a current valid driver's license.
Experience working on a Tow Boat as a Cook is necessary.
Should be able to demonstrate from prior experience the ability to prepare nutritious meals for groups.
Must be polite, respectful and fair in all contacts.
Must be familiar in the use of; ovens, stoves, fryers, warmers and serving tables, sinks, kitchen utensils, and can openers.

Nice To Haves

Willingness to work the scheduled hours that the Boat operates under.
The work requires that the Cook be able to concentrate on all assigned tasks while using a variety of utensils and equipment, so as to perform them in a safe and efficient manner.

Responsibilities

Plan and prepare nutritious meals for crew members.
Ensure that all necessary food provisions are on board.
Responsible for the cleanliness and upkeep of the galley, its equipment, and utensils.
Order galley supplies and groceries.
Manage all meals to reduce waste and hold stores to a minimum.
Immediately inform the Captain of any malfunction of galley equipment or systems.
Maintain the galley area, cabinets, shelves, and food storage areas in a clean and organized manner.
Maintain a clean Cook's quarters and bathroom.
Take the initiative in all areas of work, especially in meal planning, and food preparation; and to guard against waste and overstocking of stores.
Participate as required in the Vessel Safety Program.
Know, maintain, and manage the vessel grocery budget.
Maintain all required documentation in Cook's galley log.
Successfully complete ServSafe Course.