Cook Lead Part Time

Eurest; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurest is seeking a Cook Supervisor for a Yorkton correctional center to supervise Associates in meal preparation per the menu requirements. You will plan ingredients, ensure timely delivery to kitchens, and maintain QA records while upholding food safety standards and a clean work environment.

The role requires proven cooking experience in high-volume settings, strong QA background, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience in high-volume environments.
• Very good QA experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan required quantities of ingredients for assigned food production area.
• Save a sample meal for the health inspector.
• Maintains and completes required Quality Assurance records.
• Assist with inventory control including weekly inventory, rotation, and food orders from approved suppliers.
• Ensure that meal service carts are loaded properly and on schedule.
• Supervise unloading of carts and trolleys and complete cleaning duties as required.
• Assist in unpacking and restocking of supplies.
• Maintain all kitchen areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area adhering to food safety and health standards.
• Prioritize and delegate tasks in kitchen layout and prep.
• Ensure ingredients are delivered timely and stored properly.

Skills

Cooking Experience

Quality Assurance

Education

Cooking School Certificate

Industry Experience

Job description

50308-Orcadia White Spruce CC - PL | 50308
72 Smith Street
YORKTON, SK S3N 2Y4, CAN

• Travel Required : No

Description

How you will make an impact:
You will be responsible for supervising the Associates in the completion of a variety of duties in the preparation and distribution of meals as per the requirements of the menu for that specific Correctional Center

As a Cook Supervisor, you will:

• Plan required quantities of ingredients for assigned food production area
• Save a sample meal for the health inspector
• Maintains and completes required Quality Assurance records
• Assist with inventory control including conducting weekly inventory, proper product rotation, and food orders to meet inventory requirements from authorized suppliers
• Ensure that meal service carts are loaded properly and on schedule
• Supervision of unloading of carts and trolleys and completes cleaning duties as required
• Assist in unpacking and restocking of supplies
• Maintain all kitchen areas in a clean and orderly condition
• Maintain a clean and safe work area adhering to food safety and health standards
• Prioritize and delegate tasks in kitchen layout and prep
• Ensure all products and ingredients required are delivered in a timely manner for prompt delivery to kitchens and clientele
• Ensure food ingredients are stored in their designated area and rotated in the proper manner
• Provide input into catering menus and develop new menu items
• Assist in maintaining accurate daily production records and completing all required documentation, reports, and logs as assigned
• Assis with training employees: plan, assign and direct work; appraise performance; rewards and discipline associates; address complaints and resolve problems
• Advise management of purchasing requirements with a focus on minimizing waste and avoiding product shortages

About you:

• Proven cooking experience and ability to prepare meals in high volume environments.
• Very good experience in QA
• A valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent (an asset)
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school or experience
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Familiar with industry's best practices
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position