Catering Production Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

As a production cook you will prepare and cook a variety of food items, including baked goods and dishes, ensuring quality, cleanliness, and adherence to recipes and food safety standards, while working efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Available to work early morning shift.

Here's a more detailed breakdown of the responsibilities and requirements:

RESPONSIBILITY:
Food Preparation:

• Prepare ingredients by washing, cutting, chopping, and mixing according to recipes.
• Production of a variety of dishes, including main courses, appetizers, desserts, and baked goods.
• Ensure dishes meet the establishment's standards for taste and quality.
• Prepare and fill pans, molds, or baking sheets.

Baking:

• Prepare bread, focaccia, pizza, rolls, muffins, pie, pastries, cakes, and cookies.
• Store them properly ready to be finalized from line cooks during catering operation time.

Kitchen Operations:

• Production of standardized recipes (bulk).
• Storing the food produced properly by following proper Freezeng istructions.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Follow food safety and hygiene standards.
• Assist with stocking and setting up kitchen stations.
• Plate prepared foods based on the senior chef's guidance.
• Wash and clean the kitchen and cooking utensils.

Other Duties:

• Work with kitchen staff & hot table staff to ensure that orders are completed according to request and on time.
• Follow instructions from the Head Chef or other kitchen staff.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

Experience:

• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen or bakery is preferred.
• VERY FAST ON PREPARING BATCHES OF GOODS & SIGNATURE PRODUCTION

Skills:

• Proficiency in basic cooking techniques (e.g., grilling, frying, sautéing).
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work efficiently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Certifications:

• Food safety certification is a plus.