Cook

• Under the guidance of Manager/Food Services and following specific menu and preparation instructions, provides assistance in the preparation of daily meals for students/persons served in the Bancroft School; e.g., prepares salads and sandwiches; stirs soups; prepares starches; washes, peels, and slices fruits and vegetables; seasons, grinds, and carves meats, etc., in a safe and sanitary manner.
• Prepares food for serving, arranges serving trays, and replenishes serving lines as necessary, to ensure the availability of prepared foods throughout the course of the meal.
• Reviews production schedule to determine food requirements including variety and quantity of food for preparation and to assemble supplies and equipment needed for daily cooking activities.
• Properly operates, cleans, and sanitizes kitchen work area, countertops, equipment, supplies, and tools to ensure a safe and healthy work environment at all times.
• Properly stores food, leftovers, etc., in accordance with approved food storage and refrigeration requirements.
• Participates in the preparation and serving of foods for special catered events sponsored by Bancroft; e.g., Board meetings, special conferences, committee meetings, etc.; as required.
• Projects a positive self-image of technical professionalism, appearance, confidentiality, courtesy, conduct, honesty, fairness, and personal integrity at all times.
• Performs other food service and food preparation activities, as required. Remains flexible and adaptable in work schedules and work assignments as defined by organizational and departmental needs.
• Abides by the Bancroft Code of Ethics, Mission Statement, and Vision Statement in promoting ethical behavior, establishing relationships and providing guidance in decision-making situations.
• Remains current with required training certifications, meets state-regulated licensing and regulatory accreditations, and adheres to mandatory requirements.

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