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Southern Foodservice Management

Cook II

Southern Foodservice Management, Leavenworth

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Job Type
Full-time
Description
Job Summary

  • Prepare and Cook main entrees and/or sides as assigned daily by Lead Cook or Management according to the daily menu's recipes strictly adhering to recipe cards.
  • Taste products for good quality / texture, not to be over salted.
  • Place all properly cooked menu items on serving line and garnish.
  • Check temperatures of menu items for required ranges and record on DA Form 7800.
  • Utilize progressive cooking throughout the meal as directed by the Lead Cook to ensure freshness and quality of food served.
  • Replenish food items in the steam tables or cold bars as required during service.
  • Assist on Food serving lines during meal service times.
  • Greet and care for our customers while working on the serving lines.
  • Break down service areas after the meal period ends.
  • Responsible for maintaining kitchen to Sanitation standards established by Company and Army Food Program.
  • Clean assigned equipment, kitchen, storage and serving areas such preparation tables, steam kettles, ovens, floors, steam tables, etc.
Southern Foodservice Management's Culture
We have a philosophy for everyone on our service team to give something extra. A Southern Foodservice Management employee:
  • Exhibits a positive, friendly and respectful attitude towards guests and other team members.
  • Arrives to work on time and in correct uniform, clean shoes, clean and pressed black pants and shirt, apron, name tag, and a SMILE.
  • Understands job duties and responsibilities, as well as having an eagerness to learn more and develop new skills.
  • Promotes a fun and efficient work environment, focusing on guest satisfaction.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Responsible for proper preparation and cooking of specific menu items assigned by Lead Cook.
  • Responsible for correct quantities and quality of menu items assigned using Recipe Cards and Production Schedules.
  • Must maintain proper food safety and sanitation procedures in accordance with the Tri-Service Food Code, DA Pam 30-22 and HAACP.
  • Responsible for following proper safety procedures like wearing PPE to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Always conduct yourself in a professional and orderly manner in accordance with the SFM Code of Conduct.
  • Follow the direction of the Cook I in carrying out the duties and procedures as assigned.
  • All staff members are also responsible for other duties or tasks that are assigned by the Assistant Managers or Supervisors, as a part of any "Job" or "Position" assigned during a normal work schedule. Team members may be assigned to support the meal production, service and cleaning after the meal or the dining facility.
Requirements
Physical Requirements
  • Strength: Lift up to 40lbs
  • Posture: Standing 80%, Walking 20%
  • Movement of objects: Frequent
  • Heavy Lifting, Heavy Carrying, Pushing, Pulling, Climbing or Balancing: Occasional
  • Stooping: Occasional
  • Reaching: Frequent
  • Handling: Frequent
  • Talking/Hearing: Frequent
  • Seeing: Frequent
  • Temperature Variation: Frequent