At the conclusion of the Program, candidates will be proficient in:
Food safety and proper handling procedures.
Food prep as assigned in accordance with Federal, State, and local guidelines.
Preparation of meals in a timely manner for the hot meals program and meet daily timelines
Inspecting dates on all food items before use or serving.
Ensuring food items are served at the correct temperatures and that temperatures are recorded.
Completion of required documentation, i.e. temperature charts, production sheets and more.
FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures in the kitchen; Making sure all food prepared for the day strictly follows prescribed rotation schedule to ensure maximum flavor and quality.
Preparing foods for dietary requirements as requested.
Reading menus and following them accurately.
Creating and submitting menus for special events both large and small; and organizing all items needed for delivery and meal preparation.
Finalizing menu items and head counts before the event to guarantee your are prepared for the job.
Transporting food and other items needed to serve food during an event to ensure that all catering jobs move smoothly and efficiently.
Maintaining a sanitary and pleasant atmosphere in the kitchen. (Cleaning and sanitizing stove, refrigerator, cabinets, table and sink daily. Cleaning floors daily as requested.)
Washing dishes in sanitary manner.
Attending all in-service training workshops as requested by Management.
Acting as part of Kitchen team, lending a helping hand where and when, as needed.
Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must have a high school diploma or GED
Must be able to adapt to a constant changing environment
Must be able to work in a standing position for several hours at a time
Must be a team player willing to help where needed
Ability to communicate with customers and staff
Must have history of punctuality and neatness
Able to travel to different places for events
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
Benefits
Job Placement post the program