On-Call Cook: Precision Prep & Fresh Plates

KW Property Management LLC; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

KW Property Management LLC in Fort Myers, FL is seeking a reliable cook to prepare and supervise the preparation of meals in accordance with safety and quality standards. You will follow established recipes, plan production, and manage ingredients and equipment to minimize waste.

This hourly, non-exempt role requires prior kitchen experience, knowledge of cooking procedures, and the ability to work efficiently with a team.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a related food service position in a kitchen
• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods including grilling, baking and boiling
• High school diploma or equivalent or a diploma from a culinary school

Responsibilities

• Prepares or directs preparation of food served using established production procedures and systems.
• Determines amount and type of food and supplies required using production systems.
• Ensures availability of supplies and food or approved substitutions in adequate time for preparation.
• Sets steam table; serves or ensures proper serving of food for tray line or dining room.
• Complies with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene and health standards.
• Stores food properly and safely, marking the date and item.
• Reports necessary equipment repair and maintenance to supervisor.
• Correctly prepares all food served following standard recipes and special diet orders.
• Plans food production to coordinate with meal serving hours so that excellence, quality, temperature and appearance of food are preserved.
• Apportions food for serving.
• Keeps work area neat and clean at all times; cleans and maintains equipment used in food preparation.
• Completes food temperature checks before service.
• Set-up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking including chopping and peeling vegetables and cutting meat
• Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages

Skills

Food safety

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary school diploma

Tools

Cutting tools

Cookware

Job description

KW Property Management LLC in Fort Myers, FL is seeking a reliable cook to prepare and supervise the preparation of meals in accordance with safety and quality standards. You will follow established recipes, plan production, and manage ingredients and equipment to minimize waste.

This hourly, non-exempt role requires prior kitchen experience, knowledge of cooking procedures, and the ability to work efficiently with a team.