Cook

The primary responsibilities include food preparation, food presentation, attractive merchandising of retail products including meat, prepared foods, catering platters, salads. Other responsibilities include Customer Service, Sanitation, and utilizing product to minimize waste.  Assists in menu development and program enhancement. Performs other related duties as assigned including assisting other departments.

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Daily Tasks include:

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• Food preparation, cooking, and presentation of catering orders, fresh salads, entrees, side dishes, and soups.
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• Customer Service and accurate order taking.
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• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards at all times.
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• Receive, rotate, and properly store deliveries.
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• Communicate with other staff including Deli serving staff, Bakers, and Utility Aides regarding production, service, and sanitation needs.
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• Labeling and stocking of Retail Meats; merchandising of related products.
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• Ensures that food items are price and labeled correctly according to established guidelines including food allergens.
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• Maintains proper dress and adheres to company policy.
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Other Responsibilities: Participate in special events such as food demonstrations, workshops, and seasonal promotions.

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Minimum Education: High School equivalency

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Age Requirement: Must be minimum 18 years old.

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Minimum Experience: Two Years related experience preferred.

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Skills: Must be able to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures.

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Must have established food preparation and cooking skills. Creative skills including garde manger and presentation. Basic math and organizational skills.

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Physical Requirements: Prolonged standing/walking required. Moderate physical effort: (lift/carry frequent up to 50#.) 

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Working Conditions: Subject to burns and cuts; exposed to hazards of heat; exposed to heat, wetness, odors in kitchen; exposed to varying degrees of kitchen elements.