Cook

Responsibilities

Tasks

Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods

Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances

Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef

Plan menus, determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements and costs, and monitor and order supplies

Inspect kitchens and food service areas

Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Order supplies and equipment

Supervise kitchen staff and helpers

Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment

Clean kitchen and work areas

Recruit and hire staff

Organize and manage buffets and banquets

Manage kitchen operations

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

South Indian

Szechuan

Italian cuisine

Mexican

Thai

East Indian