Banquet Prep Cook (FT)

Job description

SUMMARY: Responsible for the daily preparation of food items on the hot line, cold line or in the bakery. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Sets up station according to specific guidelines for area working - Prepares all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner - Follows recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant - Restocks all items as needed throughout shift - Cleans and maintains station while practicing good safety, sanitation, organizational skills - Has understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in station - Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas - Reads menu to estimate food requirements and procures food from storage - Adjusts thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters, and steam kettles - Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipe to prepare soups, salads, gravies, desserts, sauces, and casseroles - Bakes, roasts, broils, and steams meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods - Adds seasoning to foods during mixing or cooking - Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting...