Production Cook

A-Safe-Haven-Foundation-; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A-Safe-Haven-Foundation- in Chicago is seeking a dedicated kitchen professional to prepare meals and manage batch cooking for a variety of menus and events. This role will ensure timely service and adherence to safety standards.

Key duties include supervising helpers, washing dishes, baking breads and pastries, preparing meat, and maintaining a clean kitchen environment. The position also involves training staff and supporting catering prep as needed.

Responsibilities

• Direct activities of one or more workers who assist in preparing and serving meals
• Cook meals in quantities according to menu and number of portions to be served, including batch cooking.
• Wash and sanitize dishes and cooking equipment.
• Bake breads and pastries.
• Clean, cut, and prepare meat, poultry, and fish.
• Ensure that all individuals and groups receive a meal.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness at all times, including sweeping and mopping of floors.
• Prepare and provide the ingredients or supplies required for catering events.
• Train and coach new and current employees.
• All other duties as assigned.

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these duties.•Direct activities of one or more workers who assist in preparing and serving meals•Cook meals in quantities according to menu and number of portions to be served, including batch cooking.•Wash and sanitize dishes and cooking equipment.•Bake breads and pastries.•Clean, cut, and prepare meat, poultry, and fish.•Ensure that all individuals and groups receive a meal.•Maintain kitchen cleanliness at all times, including sweeping and mopping of floors.•Prepare and provide the ingredients or supplies required for catering events.•Train and coach new and current employees.•All other duties as assigned.