Cook III

JOB SUMMARY:
Handles various duties "backstage"(back of the house)in the kitchen including; gathering required foods from storage areas; to prepare and cook food. Keeping all backstage support areas stocked with dishes, towels, utensils, etc., for operations; organizing materials and equipment; and general clean up.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Portion food by using food scale, plate and prepare (cut, peel, process, etc.) and/or cook foods (rice/noodles) for the current and the following day
• Keep kitchen organized by maintaining clean sanitary work areas
• Prepare and keep all backstage support areas stocked with plates, utensils, napkins, condiments, appetizer sauces, ice, etc.
• Inspect all food items for freshness and bring questionable foods to the manager's attention
• Proactively follows established food safety, sanitation and HACCP guidelines
• Follows company and state sanitation guidelines
• Contributes to the team by assisting other employees and to achieve company goals.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Attends Food Safety workshops in order to keep up with certifications.
• Drive company vehicles to make deliveries.
• Assist in culinary section as needed
• Follows company handbook and procedures
• Perform other duties as required.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Must be able to lift or move with assistance up to 50 lbs
• Sitting
• Standing
• Lifting
• Walking
• Seeing
• Reaching
• Ability to smell and identify odors, especially of decay and corruption.
• Moderate physical activity performing some strenuous daily activities
• Ability to work with fingers

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Restaurant environment
• The noise level is usually moderate.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A High School diploma or equivalent.
• 0 – 1 years culinary related experience
• Culinary certificate, preferred.
• Valid Driver's License

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Able to communicate verbally effectively in English with supervisors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Company.
• Able to work effectively and relate well with others Including supervisors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Company.
• Able to do basic arithmetic which includes subtraction, addition, division, multiplication and counting of items. The employee must also be able to analyze and solve simple problems
• Able to read and comprehend written information