ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.
* Direct activities of workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
* Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
* Take inventory of supplies and equipment.
* Work with Food Service leadership or Dietitian to ensure menus are varied, nutritionally balanced and appetizing.
* Perform and coordinate food production, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory control activities.
* Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, quality standards, cost parameters, and appropriate regulatory requirements.
OTHER FUNCTIONS: * Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: * High school diploma or equivalent required.
* Additional education or training in the culinary field preferred.
* Two or more years' experience in food service role in preparing food for institutions, such as school, hospital or cafeteria preferred.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: * ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state, facility.