Cook

The position shall cover the following areas:

The Junior Cook is responsible for assisting the Cook with the preparation of meals on daily basis, purchasing supplies for the kitchen, and ensuring sanitation standards are upheld.

Job Requirements/Specifications

Education:  Certificate in Cookery or Culinary Arts

Must have a valid food Handler’s Certificate

Experience:  Two (2) years as a Cook in a hotel, restaurant or in a retail environment

Specific Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

·         Ensuring the food preparation areas are clean and hygienic

·         Washing utensils and dishes and making sure they are Stored appropriately

·         Washing, peeling, chopping, cutting and cooking foodstuffs and helping the Chief.

·         Assisting with food order from time to time.

·         Restocking of goods in the kitchen from the stock room.

·         Ensure kitchen is clean at all times.

·         Ensure all food preparation are completed for the next shift or day.

·         Assist is all area necessary within the Kitchen/preparation area .

·         Ensure all equipment are turn off at all times.

·         To produce a consistently excellent quality of product, adhering with the processes set out in the baking manual and using the correct ingredients

·         To deliver a standard of product decoration and general presentation that is in line with the Foodmaxx’s standards of excellence

·         To fully comply with all Health and Safety and Food Hygiene regulations at all times

• Responsible for managing the kitchen in terms of ordering supplies and performing inventory, as well as maintenance on kitchen equipment.

• Measured ingredients and prepared rolls, cakes, frosting, cobblers, and pastries.

• Planned and prepared menu for efficient weekly production.

• Produce cakes, tarts, cupcakes, and fine dining desserts for the restaurant while paying close attention to details.

• Check in and verify deliveries

Any other tasks as assigned.