Creative Dining Services is looking a second shift full time Cook at Darlington School in Rome, GA. As the cook, works within the Dining Services Department to ensure that high quality, properly seasoned, nutritious food is being provided throughout the operation, in a fiscally responsible and safe manner. Works cooperatively as a valued member of the dining services team, assisting with any aspect of the dining services program necessary.
Core Responsibilities
Time food production such that all food is ready at the time of service
Prepare food items according to established recipes and menus in a manner in which preserves food freshness, quality and appeal
Utilize batch cooking techniques to avoid over or under production
Utilize safe food handling techniques at all times
Store food items according to established standards of practice; utilize proper labeling and dating
Hold prepared food items at appropriate temperatures (below 40° if cold, above 135° if hot)
Maintain production records (food usage, overages, shortages, customer counts, etc.)
Maintain established logs (food temperatures, cooling temperatures, cooler & freezer temperatures, etc.)
Maintain a clean and sanitized work area
Follow established work rules and regulations; ready for work in the kitchen, in uniform, at the scheduled time
If work shift requires, properly open and/or close the kitchen – unlocking/locking doors & secured areas, and turning on/turning off of all equipment essential to the operation
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Maintain a safe, tidy and well-organized work environment at all times; clean up spills quickly, wear protective gear as needed (ie: slicer glove), and store wares safely
Communicate needs and concerns regarding food production and kitchen operation to supervisor appropriately, and in a timely manner
Monitor kitchen equipment for proper functioning; report any discrepancies to supervisor immediately
Support other kitchen employees in assuring that the essential functions of the kitchen are performed adequately and appropriately
Be proactive in communication; monitor communication posting areas closely
Assist management personnel in ordering and inventory procedures
Removal of refuse as needed
Putting away/Pulling stock as needed
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
Minimum of 2 years cooking experience
High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required
ServSafe Certification
Second shift is 12:30pm - 8:30pm, with every other weekend off. Schedule can change due to school and summer breaks.
$500 Sign on Bonus** The first $250 will be paid after 30 days and the remaining $250 will be paid after 90 days.
We Offer Full-Time Employees
Competitive pay and bonus opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with a company match
Paid time off
And much, much more!
About Creative Dining Services
Creative Dining Services partners with college, universities, Fortune 100 companies, full-service senior living communities, conference centers and K-12 schools and camps to provide a different kind of hospitality and facility management services experience – one that’s fun, innovative, and focused on your community. Why? Because that’s how it should be.
Creative Dining Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran-Friendly!
