Cook, Per Diem
$38,646–$55,286 year
On-siteCambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Prepare, season, and cook a wide variety of meats, vegetables, soups, breakfast dishes, and other food items using a full range of cooking methods. Receive ingredients and supplies from the main kitchen, review production schedules to determine food requirements, and test foods for quality. Prepare and display items such as vegetables, fruits, meats, soups, salads, simple pastries, and cereals according to prescribed recipes. Complete production sheets, maintain clean work areas and equipment, cater special events, and prepare special diets according to standards. Record inventory and order stock as required.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- 5-7 years experience working as a cook
- Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies
- Ability to prepare and bake a variety of pastries, rolls and/or other baked goods
- Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods
- Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards
- Organizing and coordinating skills
- Ability to accept receipt of goods and supplies
- Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control
- Required to prepare special diets according to prescribed standards
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