Job overview
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* we are seeking a skilled cooking assistant to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing ingredients, washing and peeling fruits and vegetables, weighing and measuring ingredients, and cooking food according to recipes.
* you will also be responsible for monitoring food quality, setting up and breaking down work stations, and ensuring that the kitchen area is clean and disinfected. Additionally, you will need to check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.
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key responsibilities
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* prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food.
* wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables.
* weigh, measure, and mix ingredients.
* prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist.
* test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
* monitor food quality while preparing food.
* serve food in proper portions onto proper receptacles.
* ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional.
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requirements
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* a minimum of 1 year of related work experience.
* ability to stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift.
* ability to reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
* ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance.
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preferred qualifications
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* high school diploma or g.e.d. equivalent.