Assistant cook performs a variety of tasks such as preparing base ingredients for soups, salads, meats, vegetables, desserts, beverages, etc.; operates all kitchen equipment to include grill, ovens, steam equipment, ovens; maintains a high standard of sanitation and cleaning relative to equipment and working environment; may participate in serving food; may receive training in the preparation of food on a large scale; performs related tasks as required.
Job Summary:
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Assists with the preparation, set up and service of breakfast, lunch or dinner.
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Assists with weekly ordering of supplies and food products.
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Strict adherence to all sanitation and food handling procedures.
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The Assistant chef is responsible for preparing items prior to a meal service, such as chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or cleaning seafood.
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Attends meetings as required.
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May perform data entry in Food Pro or other related database.
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Performs other job related duties as assigned by supervisor.
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Prepare food of the highest standard, maintaining:
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High levels of food presentation and quality
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Efforts to minimize wastage at all times
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A clean and hygienic working environment courtesy of regular and thorough cleaning efforts
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Assist the Head Chef with operation of the Stock Control System
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Maintain Kitchen Hygiene Program and legal standards at all times
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Strictly follow Health and Safety policy
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Maintain a high level of customer service and presentation of staff and facilities
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To serve food and beverages to guests (children and adults)
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To carry out cleaning duties in Café area, as necessary
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Estimates food needs, reviews inventory to assure that adequate supplies are available, requisitions food and other supplies from stockroom.
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Performs skilled cooking and food preparation.
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Coordinates food service activities to have meals prepared at scheduled time.
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Stores and supervises storage and use of leftover foodstuffs and uncooked products.
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Inspects, supervises and participates in the cleaning of kitchen.
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Packages and freezes food to comply with health regulations.
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Assists in developing and evaluating new recipes and products.
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To work with the kitchen team to produce food for the unit to a high standard on a daily basis.
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To take responsibility for the daily paperwork with regards to ordering.
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To assist the Chef with ordering and menu planning.
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To cover all duties normally assigned to the Chef in their absence.
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To carry out any reasonable requests made by your line manager
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Assist in unloading delivery trucks and ensuring that food is stored in the appropriate conditions.
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Testing Recipes- Assistant chefs are often called upon to help Chefs test new recipes.
Authorities (if any)
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Act as per the instruction of the chef
Job Specifications
Qualification / Education Level:
High school education; cooking experience either in institutional or catering operation combined with proven ability.
Special Skills, if any:
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Speaks English
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Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
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Positive attitude
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Good communication skills
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Ability to work under pressure
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Ability to work on own or in teams
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Commitment to delivering high levels of customer service
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Cleanliness of presentation
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Creativity
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Accuracy of following recipe
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Good knowledge of computer Word excel
Experience:
at least 4-6 experience
Training:
ISO
