Dietary Cook
On-siteLos Angeles, California, United States
Los Angeles, California, United StatesOn-siteFull Time
Full Time
Job Summary
Prepare meals, handle food preparation, and serve foods for regular and special diets according to written menus and high-quality sanitation standards. Cook in large quantities using standardized recipes to meet production schedules while minimizing waste. Supervise and instruct kitchen workers during shifts, ensure proper food storage and labeling, and assist with the tray line and special functions like banquets. Notify the supervisor of low supplies and perform simple repetitive tasks on a continuous basis while standing and lifting up to 25 pounds.
Required Qualifications
- Able to read, write and follow oral and written instructions
- Must have knowledge of sanitation standards and practice good personal hygiene
- Some kitchen experience is essential
- Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities and be familiar with the use of standardized recipes
- Must have knowledge of cooking characteristics of various types of dishes
- Must be familiar with operation and care of equipment
- Able to stand and walk most of the day and lift up to 25 pounds
- Must be able to perform simple repetitive tasks on a continuous basis
Desired Qualifications
- 2 years experience in large quantity institutional cooking preferred
- High school graduate desirable
- Some course work in food preparation, estimating food quantities and requisitioning supplies is preferred
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