What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook position at KidQuest Preschool & Daycare?
Overview
Join our dynamic culinary team as a Cook, where your passion for food and dedication to excellence will shine! In this vital role, you’ll be responsible for preparing delicious, high-quality meals that delight our guests and meet all safety and hygiene standards. Your culinary expertise will help create a welcoming environment, ensuring every dish is crafted with care and precision. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your cooking skills while contributing to a vibrant food service operation committed to excellence.
Duties
- Prepare and cook a variety of menu items according to recipes, specifications, and safety standards
- Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, mixers, dishwasher
- Follow proper food handling procedures to maintain freshness and prevent contamination
- Assist with menu planning by suggesting new dishes or modifications based on customer preferences and seasonal ingredients
- Maintain cleanliness of workstations, utensils, and kitchen areas in compliance with health regulations
- Collaborate closely with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation and smooth service flow
- Support catering events by preparing large quantities of food while adhering to recipe guidelines and presentation standards
Experience
- Proven experience in food preparation within a restaurant or food industry setting, including dietary department or dietary aide experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of food safety management practices and safety standards in production environments
- Skilled in culinary techniques such as knife skills, slicing methods, and recipe adherence
- Familiarity with operating various kitchen equipment safely and effectively
- Experience in meal preparation for large groups children and adults.
- Excellent communication skills to coordinate with kitchen staff and ensure seamless service delivery
- Background in food service or restaurant environments demonstrating reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail.
- Able to follow Child Care and Adult Food Program guidelines.
- Be a team player.
Pay: $10.50 - $12.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
Salary : $11 - $12