cooks job description typically includes a variety of tasks such as:
Preparing food: Chopping slicing and seasoning ingredients and cooking food using various methods
Planning and ordering: Planning menus and ordering ingredients and inspecting deliveries to ensure fresh produce
Following recipes: Selecting and following recipes and adjusting them to meet special dietary requirements
Presenting food: Ensuring dishes are attractive appetizing and garnished
Maintaining a clean kitchen: Washing dishes sanitizing surfaces taking out trash and storing food properly
Adhering to health and safety regulations: Creating and following a food safety program and meeting food safety and sanitation regulations
Training others: Training kitchen hands or apprentices
Liaising with others: Liaising with wait staff and management
Other tasks that a cook might perform include: Assisting in the preparation of dishes Performing other kitchen duties as assigned and Carrying out basic cleaning duties.
Cooks may get paid based on their rank and where they work.
meeting with clients virtually or during sales visits. demonstrating and presenting products. establishing new business. maintaining accurate records. attending trade exhibitions, conferences and meetings. reviewing sales performance. negotiating contracts and packages.
Education
Graduation