COOK II - FOOD SERVICES

Location: West Point, NY Hours: Part-Time 20 per week Rate: $23.86/hr     VERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES: Primary responsibility will be to prepare large quantity, high quality food for a military based facility according to their standards. Prepare meals in large quantities and according to Army standards Be able to prepare food utilizing various cooking methods Prepare meats, poultry, fish, and vegetables Prepare vegetables, soups, gravies, sauces, meat pies, fricassees, casseroles, and stews Perform other duties as assigned Supervisor other staff in the kitchen Perform other duties as assigned PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Prepare meals in large quantities and according to Army standards Be able to prepare food utilizing various cooking methods  Prepare meats, poultry, fish, and vegetables Prepare vegetables, soups, gravies, sauces, meat pies, fricassees, casseroles, and stews Supervisor other staff in the kitchen Make sure food is properly handled, prepped and stored to minimize time/temperature abuse Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage Maintain a neat and orderly kitchen with the highest standards of safety and cleanliness Serve the proper serving sizes to meet the necessary requirements of those served per production sheets Record all food requisitions from the store room, and records all temperatures from the serving line Report immediately to the Food Services Supervisor and Director any accident or behavioral problem occurring in the kitchen or the DFAC premises Report to the Food Service Supervisor any faulty or inferior quality food which is received Supervise and assist with the daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment, and the washing and sterilizing of all dishes, silverware, and utensils Comply with all Federal, state and local laws and regulations for the maintenance, repair and operation of equipment and machines (OSHA) Comply with all Federal, state and local laws and regulations for the storage, use and disposal of trash, rubbish, waste and hazardous material (OSHA) Undertake all other duties commensurate with the post as and when directed by the Food Services Supervisor/Director Perform other duties as assigned ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT: Support the Organization in striving to deliver a quality product and service to the Cadets and the customers of the USMAPS facility   QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES: Possess the ability to work with minimal supervision Good human relations with the ability to communicate in a courteous manner The ability to foster and promote a good team spirit at all times The capacity to refrain from aggressive or intimidating behavior Be respectful to Supervisors and co-workers at all times Possess the ability to work with minimal supervision Must conform to the appearance and hygiene standards that the military base requires   EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Some previous food service, or training, is preferred Bilingual a plus Servsafe food certificate or equivalent a plus PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must be able to work independently and as a part of a team Must be capable to stand for long periods of time Must be able to work in an area with lots of people Must be capable to move throughout work day to different stations Work alongside co-workers within 3 feet Should be able to withstand warm and cool working locations Must be able to move in tight spaces Occasional lifting of > _20+ pound