What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook - FT, AM shift position at Creative Dining Services?
Creative Dining Services is looking for a full-time Cook at the Dordt University campus in Sioux Center, IA. Monday - Friday, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm with weekend rotation. As the cook, works within the Dining Services Department to ensure that high quality, properly seasoned, nutritious food is being provided throughout the operation, in a fiscally responsible and safe manner. Works cooperatively as a valued member of the dining services team, assisting with any aspect of the dining services program necessary.
Core Responsibilities:
- Time food production such that all food is ready at the time of service
- Prepare food items according to established recipes and menus in a manner in which preserves food freshness, quality and appeal
- Utilize batch cooking techniques to avoid over or under production
- Utilize safe food handling techniques at all times
- Store food items according to established standards of practice; utilize proper labeling and dating
- Hold prepared food items at appropriate temperatures (below 40° if cold, above 135° if hot)
- Maintain production records (food usage, overages, shortages, customer counts, etc.)
- Maintain established logs (food temperatures, cooling temperatures, cooler & freezer temperatures, etc.)
- Maintain a clean and sanitized work area
- Follow established work rules and regulations; ready for work in the kitchen, in uniform, at the scheduled time
- If work shift requires, properly open and/or close the kitchen – unlocking/locking doors & secured areas, and turning on/turning off of all equipment essential to the operation
- Maintain a safe, tidy and well-organized work environment at all times; clean up spills quickly, wear protective gear as needed (ie: slicer glove), and store wares safely
- Communicate needs and concerns regarding food production and kitchen operation to supervisor appropriately, and in a timely manner
- Monitor kitchen equipment for proper functioning; report any discrepancies to supervisor immediately
- Support other kitchen employees in assuring that the essential functions of the kitchen are performed adequately and appropriately
- Be proactive in communication; monitor communication posting areas closely
- Assist management personnel in ordering and inventory procedures
- Removal of refuse as needed
- Putting away/Pulling stock as needed
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Minimum of 2 years cooking experience
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required
- ServSafe Certification preferred
We Offer Full-Time Employees:
- Competitive pay and bonus opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with a company match
- Paid time off
- And much, much more!
About Creative Dining Services
Creative Dining Services partners with college, universities, Fortune 100 companies, full-service senior living communities, conference centers and K-12 schools and camps to provide a different kind of hospitality and facility management services experience – one that’s fun, innovative, and focused on your community. Why? Because that’s how it should be.
Creative Dining Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran-Friendly!
