Commercial Cook

Our client in the non-profit industry is seeking a Commercial Cook to join their team. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and previous chef experience, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title : Commercial Cook

Location : Orlando, FL32801

Pay Range : $14per hour

Schedule : Work hours are 4 : 30am-7 : 30pm. You will work 8 hours shift, 40 hours per week

What's the Job?

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, including salads, fruits, vegetables, entrees, and desserts.
• Ensure that all food is of high quality and meets standards.
• Follow recipes and cooking techniques to ensure consistency
• Prepare simple components of each dish on the menu, including chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and preparing sauces.
• Ensure that all meals served to children meet the nutritional requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen
• Diligently label and store all items in refrigerators and freezers with dates entered to ensure compliance with the FIFO, first in, first out strategy.
• Stock inventory and supplies as needed.
• Unload and store deliveries efficiently and safely.
• Collect all purchased food and nonfood receipts for required electronic data entry by the Food Service Manager.
• Coordinate with kitchen techs to ensure all kitchen contributions are recorded in a form to document the date and contents of the food donation and filed in the designated area in the kitchen.
• Assist with inventory management and ordering of supplies
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff and community volunteers to ensure that all meals are prepared and served within established meals times.
• Give direction and guidance to meal groups and volunteers, to fulfill the mission of the agency in providing safe, nutritious, and tasty meals.
• Ensure the preparation station and kitchen are set up and stocked for meal service.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in food preparation and storage areas, adhering to health and safety standards.

What's Needed?

• Must possess a state-recognized food handling certification (or obtain within 30 days of employment).
• Must have a clear background.
• HS Diploma or GED preferred; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Candidates with two years of relevant cooking and kitchen experience preferred.
• Bilingual candidates and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply, however speaking and understanding English is required for safety standards purposes.
• Excellent communication skills.

If you are interested in this role and you meet the minimum requirements, for immediate consideration!