Cook

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
• Cook and package batches of food which are prepared to order or kept warm until sold.
• Cook the exact number of items ordered by each customer,
• Works on several different orders simultaneously.
• Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
• Measure ingredients required for specific food items being prepared.
• Mix ingredients such as batters.
• Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, or griddles.
• Pre-cook items such as bacon, in order to prepare them for later use..
• Prepare specialty foods following specific methods that require short preparation time.
• Read food order slips or receive verbal instructions as to food required
• Verify that prepared food meets requirements for quality and quantity.
• Wash, cut, and prepare foods designated for cooking.
• Clean, stock, and restock workstations and display cases.
• Order & stock delivery of supplies.
• Schedule activities and equipment use with managers, using information about daily menus to help coordinate cooking times.
• Serve orders to customers at windows, counters, or tables.
• Completes tasks / jobs as assigned by a manager

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Work Environment

A fast food cook serves a large volume of people over every shift, which can be taxing. Standing for long periods of time while cooking & prepping is expected, which may contribute to back strain and foot problems. The environment is warm, bustling, and potentially noisy. The environment of a fast food restaurant is populated by hot cooking surfaces, food, and oil, which can lead to injury.