Cook

Responsibilities

• Ensure food preparation follows planned menus and is produced in sufficient quantities
• Maintain proper food storage and monitor temperatures for hot and cold items
• Inspect work areas daily, including storerooms, refrigerators, freezers, and dining rooms, to ensure cleanliness
• Handle food in a sanitary manner during receipt, preparation, and storage
• Maintain daily food temperature logs in accordance with health regulations
• Check kitchen equipment daily to ensure proper sanitation techniques are followed
• Notify the Food Service Supervisor and issue work orders for necessary repairs or replacements
• Assist the Supervisor with ordering, stocking, and inventory management
• Perform general kitchen duties including washing dishes, sweeping, mopping, and trash removal

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• 3-6 months of related experience and/or training
• Ability to make quantitative calculations using fractional and decimal measure units
• Valid State Driver’s License
• County Sanitation Certification

Preferred Qualifications

• One year in Culinary Arts or a related field from a college or technical school
• Previous supervisory experience

About the Company

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. Our Job Corps programs provide life-changing services that help young people succeed in school, obtain good jobs, and excel in their chosen fields through a commitment to safety, quality service, and excellence.