Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Culinary Professional to join our team as a School Cook, Field. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who enjoy working in fast-paced environments and take pride in preparing high-quality meals.
About the Role: As a School Cook, Field, you will be responsible for preparing large quantities of food on-site in batches sufficient for the needs of the assigned site/school. You will work under general supervision and follow planned menus and schedules to ensure timely and quality meal preparation.
Essential Functions:
1. Performs food preparation tasks according to planned menus and schedules; cooks food, prepared or from scratch for student nutrition programs that meet the mandated nutritional needs;
2. Scales recipes to appropriate quantities needed for the assigned site/school;
3. Reads and follows recipes; prepares, seasons, marinates, cooks, tastes meats, fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients;
4. Inspects food items for the purpose of verifying quantity, quality, and specifications of orders to meet preparation needs and comply with mandated health and food safety standards;
5. Cleans and maintains equipment and food preparation and storage areas in sanitary condition to meet mandated health standards;
6. Reports equipment needs and malfunctions;
7. Ensures compliance with all procedures, policies, and standards related to MPS, U.S. Department of Agriculture, State of Minnesota Departments of Education and Health, Child Nutrition program, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Required Skills and Qualifications:
1. Federal, state, and local codes and regulations governing food handling and public nutrition services;
2. Safety and sanitation practices for food preparation, distribution, and storage;
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4. High school diploma AND two years of experience in food preparation at a large scale facility or restaurant;
Benefits:
Dental insurance | Health insurance | Vision insurance | Paid time off | HSA & FSA | Retirement plan;
Others:
Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.
A resume and cover letter are mandatory to apply for any position.
Work Schedule TBD.
SUMMARY
Under general supervision, prepares high volumes of food in a timely and quality manner. Prepares food on-site in batches for quantities that are sufficient for the needs of that site/school.