Cook- Denton Dining Hall

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College Park, Maryland, United States
Base: $45,375.00 - $54,450.00 annually; bonus/equi...
Three years commercial or institutional cooking experience
Thorough knowledge of food preparation methods
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds occasionally
The incumbent functions as a cook preparing menu items according to standard recipes while ensuring quantity and quality standards are maintained

Job Summary

  • The incumbent functions as a cook preparing menu items according to standard recipes while ensuring quantity and quality standards are maintained.
  • Primary duties include overseeing food preparation activities, assigning work, and ensuring safe and sanitary conditions are maintained throughout the shift.
  • The position requires physical stamina to lift up to 75 pounds occasionally and work in extreme temperature conditions ranging from 15 below zero to 110 degrees.

Matching Summary

The incumbent functions as a cook preparing menu items according to standard recipes while ensuring quantity and quality standards are maintained.

Salary

Base: $45,375.00 - $54,450.00 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Staff Contractual C2 benefits available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Three years commercial or institutional cooking experience
  • Thorough knowledge of food preparation methods
  • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds occasionally
  • Operate manual and automated kitchen equipment
  • Work variable schedule including weekends and holidays

Nice-to-have

  • Formal culinary training preferred
  • Experience with brigade system in high-volume kitchens
  • Guidance and training skills for subordinate personnel

Key Requirements

  • ServSafe Certification or Prince Georges County Food Service Manager Certification
  • Three years in commercial or institutional cooking
  • Employment eligibility verification (Form I-9) required

Work Rights

Must complete employment eligibility verification (Form I-9)

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