Position Description – Assistant Cook

Objective or Purpose:

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

Duties:

• food preparation including but not restricted to: chopping, peeling, mixingm baking
• assists in sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen utensils, including tools, containers, clothes, towels and food storage areas
• serves 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 outtripping groups
• helps to direct the jumpers
• takes directions for "Head Cook"
• communicates effectively with other kitchen staff

Reporting to: Head Cook