Cleveland County Jail- Cook - Shelby, United States - Kimble's Food By Design

Description

Job Type

Full-time

Description


Pay rate: $15.00 per hour


Job Type: Full time


Expected hours of operation:
Monday-Sunday 3:00AM-3:00PM/ rotating shifts, weekends, days, and holidays

The cook is responsible for the overall production of all food items for the needs of the detention center. The cook must ensure all health and safety and environmental health standards are achieved and maintained. They are responsible for preparing all menu items in a safe, timely, and accurate manner.

The cook must be able to follow proper procedure for preparing all products (following standardized recipes and accurate quantities) for menu cycle items.

This position is also responsible for maintaining cleanliness of prep area including kitchen equipment that he or she uses. In addition, the individual may perform other serviceable duties as assigned.

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Requirements


Summary of essential job functions

• Cooks and prepares a variety of food according to standardized recipes.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items.
• Safely utilizes a variety of utensils including knives.
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods.
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Notifies manager of any quality or quantity issues/comments related to supplies.
• Adheres to Kimble's safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation.
• Responsive to resident's individual dietary and cultural needs
• Willing to attend such training sessions that are deemed necessary by management.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Minimum requirements

• At least 1 years' experience as a cook in a cafeteria or food service setting is required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision required.
• Proven knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage
• Must be able to obtain food safety certification.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds.
• Able to squat, bend, stoop, push, kneel, and reach.
• Ability to sit, stand, & walk for prolonged periods.
• Must be willing to work different hours (AM/PM shifts), weekends, and holidays

Abilities required

• Physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Lift items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds to a height of 54 inches.
• Ability to communicate verbally.
• Ability to work well individually and as part of a team.
• Must be able to pass a background check

Salary Description

$15 per hour