Cook

Harboroaks; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Harboroaks in Conway, Arkansas, seeks a skilled Food Service Worker to manage food preparation and coordinate meal service. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and at least two years of experience in food service. Responsibilities include cooking, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. A ServSafe Certification is preferred. The role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment dedicated to serving nutritious meals to institutions.

Qualifications

• Two or more years' experience in food service role in preparing food for institutions preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Additional education or training in the culinary field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.
• Direct activities of workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
• Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas.

Skills

Food preparation

Team leadership

Inventory management

Compliance with regulations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Education or training in culinary field

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Overview

Under general direction, implement menus and coordinate food preparation and serve meals.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.
• Direct activities of workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
• Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
• Take inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Work with Food Service leadership or Dietitian to ensure menus are varied, nutritionally balanced and appetizing.
• Perform and coordinate food production, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory control activities.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, quality standards, cost parameters, and appropriate regulatory requirements.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Additional education or training in the culinary field preferred.
• Two or more years’ experience in food service role in preparing food for institutions, such as school, hospital or cafeteria preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state, facility.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

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