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This is a temporary position.

Summary

The Cook is responsible for the preparation and cooking of meals at Keene Café by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Responsible for upkeep and maintenance of kitchen equipment

• Assists in selecting and planning menus

• Oversee staffing of kitchen operations

• Inspect the premises to maintain health, safety and sanitation regulations

• Establish standards for cooks’ performance, menu rates, and quality

• Prepares, seasons, and cooks soups, meats, vegetables, desserts and other food stuffs for consumption

• Reads menu to estimate food requirements and orders food from supplier

• Coordinate the overall operations of menu planning, bar and banquet activities, staffing functions, and interact with customers and vendors

• Perform detailed clerical and financial duties such as handling large sums of money, and taking inventory

• Handling problems and coping with the unexpected & daily tasks

• Train cooks

• Cook meals daily at required locations

• Required to obtain and renew health certifications for self and cooking staff

  Supervisory Responsibilities

  This position supervises a kitchen crew and may oversee specific projects at multiple sites.

  Qualifications

  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  Education and/or Experience

  H.S. Diploma or GED with at least five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

  Wage

  $17-$18 per hour DOE