Skilled Cook: Prep, Plating & Team Kitchen

GREAT WESTERN DINING; Moberly (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Western Dining Service at our Moberly Area Community College location in Moberly, MO is seeking a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals. The successful candidate will follow instructions, multitask in a fast-paced kitchen, and apply various cooking techniques.

Responsibilities include setting up stations, preparing ingredients, portioning and cooking for meals or events, maintaining sanitation, and adhering to HACCP and safety policies. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as cook.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.).
• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Very good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.).
• Prepare, portion, cook food items for various meal periods or special events.
• Ability to follow basic recipes and production information.
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served.
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen.
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly.
• Follow all company HACCP and safety policies.

Skills

Proven experience as cook

Team player

Good communication skills

Job description

Great Western Dining Service at our Moberly Area Community College location in Moberly, MO is seeking a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals. The successful candidate will follow instructions, multitask in a fast-paced kitchen, and apply various cooking techniques.

Responsibilities include setting up stations, preparing ingredients, portioning and cooking for meals or events, maintaining sanitation, and adhering to HACCP and safety policies. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.