Cook

Applications are also accepted in person at 17752 Highland Road Baton Rouge, LA 70810

Purpose of Position:

Prepare, produce and present a variety of foods; direct and train food service employees; perform other associated food service activities as directed.

Experience and Background:

• Ability to maintain food production equipment and storage areas following proper sanitation, safety and operational guidelines.
• Observe and instruct others on the proper rotation procedures to be followed for produce and dairy products.
• Enjoy working with people; must be friendly, helpful and patient.
• Able to assist people with a wide variety of different backgrounds.
• Good communication skills.
• Able to record information accurately.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Must stay calm in difficult and stressful conditions.

Essential Duties or Functions:

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbents(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional duties as assigned.

• Perform all main line food production duties with specific items determined by assigned shift.
• Review the needs of the day with supervisor(s), complete production sheets, review maintenance reports, and verify supply needs and availability.
• Assist supervisor(s) with menu and recipe development; responsible for quantity and quality control in food production as well as overall sanitation of assigned areas.
• Verify and oversee food serving lines, areas, bars, etc. making sure they are properly stocked, set up and cleared.
• Make sure that the operation exceeds DEC State and Federal requirements for the safe handling and production of food.
• Follow, teach and maintain safety procedures and practices regarding the food production environment.
• Communicate with customers and staff in a pleasant, professional manner.
• Observe all safety standards and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Work Location: In person