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Position Description Assistant Cook
To assist the cook in the day to day preparation of food and efficient running of the kitchen.
Qualifications:
Works well on a team
Is flexible and able to meet new situations
* Ability to give/take directions
* Has experience cooking for large groups, ability to take charge in absence of Head Cook
Duties:
* food preparation including but not restricted to: chopping, peeling, full meal prep, baking
* assists in sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen utensils, including tools, containers, clothes, and food storage areas
* plate the food
* stores leftovers appropriately
* makes a list of dishes, cutlery, condiments, etc. required for the meal as a guide for table setting
* prepares food boxes for outings for groups upon request
* takes directions for "Head Cook"
* communicates effectively with other kitchen staff
Reporting to: Head Cook
Cuisine Specialties
- European
- Canadian
Types of Meals/Food Prepared
- All meals
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
Cook Categories
- Second cook
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Food Safe Certificate
Specific Skills
- Plan menus
- Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
- Inspect kitchens and food service areas
- Ensure quality of food and determine size of food proportions
- Work with minimal supervision
- Prepare and cook full course meals
- Prepare and cook individual dishes and foods
- Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef
- Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
- Clean kitchen and work areas
Work Setting
- Nursing home or other health institution
Food Preparation Specializations
- Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms
- Stocks, soups and sauces
- Poultry
- Eggs and dairy
- Cold kitchen (salads, appetizers, sandwiches)
- Cereals, grains and pulses
- Bakery goods and desserts
- Meat
- Pasta
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)