Cook Job Description
Cook
provides instruction on food preparation, cooking and presentation as well as to monitor safety and sanitation practices to ensure all program participants follow proper standards and procedures.
Cook Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective cook job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included cook job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Coordinates with other staff to develop and maintain effective working relationships and coordination of various functions of the department including storage, service, food preparation and production, clean-up and sanitation
Participates in appropriate meetings/seminars within and outside the organization to enhance skills, customer service practices, and to remain current on development in nutritional services and meet regulatory requirements
Attends scheduled Sanitation Training and other programs as required or assigned
Must have knowledge of soups, sauces, quantity cooking, and proper food sanitation and handling
Assures effective portion control and optimum utilization of leftovers
Implements established policies and procedures for operation to achieve departmental goals and objectives and comply with regulatory requirements
Completes the ordering of departmental items as assigned, which may include Raw Food items, Nutritional Supplements, Uniforms, and/or Small wares
Participates in menu review and revision with the Chef Supervisor or Director considering budget, nutritional needs, patient satisfaction and market changes
Works with other food production personnel to prepare and cook meals
Assures compliance with regulatory requirements related to food handling complies with established HACCP protocols
Cook Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Cook
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: SHIFTS, PRN, FT/PT, CAREGIVERS, ACF
Education for Cook
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the cook job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as High School and Associate Degree in Culinary, Education, General Education, Supervision, Management, Culinary Arts, Teaching, Social Work, Psychology, Military
Skills for Cook
Desired skills for cook include:
Sanitation
Storage
Various cooking methods
Basic principles of food preparation
Commonly-used concepts
Practices
Procedures in a restaurant
Ovens
Stoves
Slicer
Desired experience for cook includes:
Taste grilled food in order to ensure that the taste is just right
Clean and maintain grilling equipment such as gas grill
Take orders for grilled food items from customers
Place food items on plates and platters and decorate them aesthetically
Ensure that all items needed to perform grilling activities are available at all times
Manage inventory and order supplies
Cook Examples
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Cook Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of cook. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for cook
- Assumes responsibility and accountability for departmental operations in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, including evening and weekend shifts
- Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented in accordance with standard recipes and presentations established by the Chef
- Clean and organize workstation
- Completes duties as assigned by the director or supervisor in a timely and acceptable manner
- Clean and sanitize equipment and work stations according to job routine
- Follows recipes for appropriate measurements and procedures
- Prepares and cooks food items for patient service, cafeteria, special functions and special diets
- Participates with Sous Chef in the development of serving and food presentation standards for patient meals, functions, and cafeteria menu
- Picks up / returns department keys from / to appropriate area
- Oversees and directs employees assigned to morning line set-up in the absence of the manager on duty
Qualifications for cook
- Maintain sanitary work stations and equipment
- Prepare all grilled items in accordance to customers’ instructions
- Operate cash registers by taking payments in cash and processing member charges
- Ensure that the cash register is balanced at the end of the shift
- 2 years kitchen experience is a huge plus
- Rate of Pay based on experience, Part Time candidates will also be considered
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Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a cook. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for cook
- Adheres to attendance and punctuality expectations
- Participates in continuing education programs for professional learning needs
- Participates in facility Quality Improvement (QI)/Improving Organizational Performance (IOP) Program as determined by Production Management
- Under the direction of the Dietary Director, prepare hot and cold foods via documented recipes and production sheets
- Report to Sous Chef at start of shift to receive instruction as to daily specials and menu changes
- Supervise and direct line staff in absence of Sous Chef
- Set up mise en place as per posted instructions
- Report any spoilage or shortage to Sous Chef immediately
- Prepare recipe per standardized recipes and production sheets
- Prepare plate menu items, as ordered, per specifications on hot food production line with strict attention to detail, speed, and accuracy
Qualifications for cook
- Should be knowledgeable of state nutritional requirements of children
- May be required to have food service/food handlers permit or license according to state/local regulations
- Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Must be at least 18 years old and a high school diploma or equivalent
- Accepting and understanding both verbal and written instructions
- Cleaning and maintaining equipment to meet department standards
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Job Description Example
Our company is hiring for a cook. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for cook
- Assists in receiving, storage, and verifying invoices for incoming food and supplies, as indicated by the supervisor
- Must be able to perform well under pressure meeting production schedules to ensure orders are fulfilled in a timely manner
- Maintain work station in accordance with Hollywood Casino Standards and Pennsylvania Department of Health Standards
- Maintain walk-in coolers in accordance with HCPN Standards and PA Department of Health Standards
- Assist in other areas of kitchen as instructed by Sous Chef
- At completion of service put all perishable foods in covered containers and refrigerate
- Clean station and report to Sous Chef for closing instructions
- Maintain a consistent and regular attendance record
- Works closely with all staff members and vendors
- Supervise dietary staff
Qualifications for cook
- Maintaining high standards of quality food production and portion control
- Demonstrating willingness to help with work that needs to be done
- Taking initiative to not only identify problems, but to bring about a positive and sustainable solution
- One (1) year of supervised work experience
- Work in extended care facility preferred
- Serve Safe Certification or similar sanitary certification/training preferred
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Job Description Example
Our growing company is hiring for a cook. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for cook
- Prepare food for service
- Answer, report and follow executive chef's instructions
- Prepare and cook delicious meals following our recipes
- Flexibility to work several different stations (Grill, Pantry, Fry, Prep, Flattop, Sauté)
- Keep your station stocked, prepared, and clean
- Has knowledge of common therapeutic diets and cold tray assembly
- Monitors and records temperatures of items for cold serving
- Communicates clearly with patients, patient care staff, and kitchen staff
- Able to operate office equipment such as fax machine, copier, label maker
- Competent with computers, utilizing Office programs and Meditech system
Qualifications for cook
- Must be able to effectively read and interpret recipes, menus, production sheets,etc
- Must have knowledge of quantity and quality cooking
- Must be knowledgeable of portion control and quality assurance
- Must have knowledge of modified diets
- Must have knowledge regarding ordering and/or purchasing of food items
- Must be familiar with Board of Health regulations and state requirements
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of cook. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for cook
- Picks up menus from patient rooms
- Completes all three meal sheets
- Completes patient census indicating the various diets on production sheets
- Completely fills out call logs and diet sheets
- Distributes floor stock
- Distributes nourishments to proper patients
- Records temperatures on patient floor nourishment refrigerators
- Maintains a clean and organized office
- Reads production sheets daily
- Assists with deliveries of stock
Qualifications for cook
- Must be able to communicate with fellow employees and with Food Service Director and other departments
- Prior cooking and correctional food service training preferred
- May be required to perform diverse physical tasks, including constant standing and walking, heavy lifting (30-50 lbs)
- Extended hours
- Working evenings
- Minimum of three (3) years work experience in the field of food production