Cook
State of Arkansas • Morrilton, AR3d • $33,280 - $49,254
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COOK
State of Arkansas•Morrilton, AR
•$33,280 - $49,254
About The Position
The Cook prepares meals in a state facility according to established menus and recipes. This entry-level role ensures food is prepared promptly, cooked to the correct specifications, and complies with health and safety standards. The position includes food preparation, inventory and supply monitoring, meal service support, and maintaining a clean and safe kitchen.
Requirements
- Previous kitchen or cooking experience.
- Basic knowledge of cooking techniques, food preparation, and kitchen sanitation.
- Ability to follow recipes and cooking instructions accurately.
- Strong attention to detail in food preparation and quality control.
- Ability to maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.
- Good communication skills for working with other kitchen staff.
- Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Food Certification within six months of hire.
- Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of the basic requirements, except certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the Qualifications Review Committee.
Responsibilities
- Prepare meals and snacks according to standardized recipes and menu plans.
- Ensure food is cooked to the proper temperature and quality standards.
- Clean and maintain cooking equipment, utensils, and workstations.
- Monitor food inventory and inform supervisors when supplies are low.
- Interact with visitors, handle or relay complaints to managers, and assist visitors with special needs.
- Prepare food commodities, calculate needed quantities, measure recipe ingredients accurately, label and store leftovers, and order weekly supplies.
- Assist with portioning and plating meals for service.
- Follow food safety regulations for food storage, handling, and cleanliness.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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Based on current job postings on Teal, the average Cook salary in Houston, AR is approximately $35,000 per year, with a typical range of $23,000 to $46,000.
