Substitute Cook/Baker

Young World Physical Education; Manchester (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Manchester, Kentucky seeks a Substitute Cook/Baker to prepare and serve a variety of foods in large quantities while maintaining cleanliness and safety standards in the kitchen. Responsibilities include cooking, baking, and assisting with food preparation tasks, as well as training other staff members. Candidates should possess knowledge of food service practices and effective communication skills. This position is available immediately.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food service preparation and storage principles.
• Ability to follow health and sanitation regulations.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, bake, and serve a variety of foods.
• Clean kitchen equipment and utensils as needed.
• Train and direct others in food preparation tasks.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation practices

Cooking and baking

Cashiering skills

Tools

Standard kitchen equipment

Cash register

Job description

Substitute Cook/Baker

Clay District Wide - Manchester, Kentucky

Job ID: 4954569
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 01, 2024 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Class Title: Cook/Baker

Basic Function: Prepare, cook, bake and serve a variety of foods in quantity at an assigned school site; assist in other food preparation duties as directed; maintain facilities in a clean and sanitary condition; train and provide work direction to others.

Representative Duties

• Prepare and bake rolls, biscuits, breads, cakes, cookies and other baked goods; prepare and combine necessary ingredients.
• Prepare and cook meat dishes, vegetables and other main dishes; prepare salads, sandwiches, fruit, soups, sauces and other foods.
• Assist in determining appropriate quantity of food items for cooking and baking; adjust and extend recipes as needed; maintain food quality standards including appearance, and nutritional requirements.
• Monitor temperatures of food to assure safety and quality standards are met; monitor water temperatures to assure proper temperature for sanitizing.
• Serve food according to established guidelines and replenish serving containers as needed; serve and sell lunch items to faculty.
• Clean cafeteria equipment, utensils and appliances and store food supplies; assure compliance with kitchen sanitation and safety procedures and regulations; clean refrigerators and storerooms as required.
• Assist in storing unused food and supplies; dispose of unusable leftovers; utilize proper methods of handling foods to be stored.
• Operate a variety of standard kitchen utensils and equipment including slicer, chopper, mixer, steamer, fryer, dishwasher, electric warmer, range, oven, pressure cooker, cash register and other cafeteria equipment as required.
• Train and provide work direction to others.
• Record amounts of food sold and monies collected as assigned; assist with inventory and maintain routine records as directed; prepare records of foods cooked and foods left over.
• Prepare and bake food for special events as needed; assist at banquets or special events as required.
• Assist in other food service areas as needed; collect money and make correct change.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Principles and methods of quantity food service preparation, serving and storage.
• Sanitation and safety practices related to handling, cooking, baking and serving food.
• Methods of preparing and serving food in large quantities.
• Methods of adjusting and extending recipes and proper substitutions.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Standard kitchen equipment, utensils and measurements.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Basic math and cashiering skills.

Ability to:

• Prepare, cook, bake and serve a variety of foods in quantity at an assigned food service facility.
• Prepare and serve food in accordance with health and sanitation regulations.
• Operate and maintain standard machines and equipment found in school cafeterias and kitchens.
• Prepare attractive, appetizing and nutritious meals for students and staff.
• Lift, bend, reach and stand.
• Follow, adjust and extend recipes.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Lift heavy objects.