Cook/Catering Specialist

Abilene ISD; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Abilene ISD is looking for a dedicated individual to prepare and serve food while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. This role involves operating kitchen equipment, ensuring food safety, and adhering to cleanliness standards.

Candidates should possess a High School Diploma or GED, along with a Food Handlers Certificate. Previous food experience is not required, making this a great opportunity for those looking to enter the field.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions.
• Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures.
• Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu.
• Serve food according to meal schedules and departmental policies.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of food items.

Skills

Understanding food preparations and safety instructions

Working knowledge of kitchen equipment

Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalency

Food Handlers Certificate

Job description

Primary Purpose

Prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production and safety practices.

Qualifications

Education/Certifications:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalency preferred.
• A Food Handelers Certificate a must.

Experience:

Previous food experience is not required.

Specail Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to unerstand food preparations and safety instructions.
• Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and foodproduction prcedures.
• Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools, ability to perform basic arithmetic operations.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Food Preparations and Serving
• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes.
• Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies and procedures.
• Practice and promote portion control and proper of leftovers.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of food item and supplies in a safe manner. Maintain a clean and organized stoarage area.

Safety and Santitation

• Operate and use utensils and equipment according to prescibed safety standards.
• Follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, ab=nd safety.
• Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immeadiately.
• Maintain personal appeaance and hygeine.

Other

• Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
• Help record food requisitions and orders nessary supplies.
• Maintain daily food preparation records.
• Promotes teamwork and interatipons with fellow staff members.
• Maintains complete confidentiality.
• Be prepared and trained to fill infor the managerwhen they are absent.
• Adhere to the policy o9f no cell phones in the kitchen area.
• Keep manager informed of product and equipment needs in a timely manner.

Supervisor Responsibilities

Works under manager and supervisor.

Working Conditions

Continous standing, walking, pushing and pulling; frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing (ladder) moderate lifting and carrying; moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold tempatures.

Demonstrate willingness to work where needed and assist others as nessary.

Follow written and oral directions for food preparations and related activities