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Senior Cook

University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, OK, United States


Job Description
Come join the staff at OU HSC and become a part of Oklahoma's premier research university which leads the state in education and career opportunities. OU HSC is one of only four comprehensive academic health centers in the nation with seven professional colleges. We are currently building world-class institutes for the treatment of diabetes and cancer. We are looking for a Senior Cook to join the team. This postion p lans and prepare menus, prepares food in large production kitchen, manages kitchen inventory, and performs other duties as needed to fulfill the function of the position.

Responsibilities

Plans, develops, and assesses costs for menus.

Prepares new recipes/entrees, salads and other menu items.

Monitors and maintains physical inventory weekly and/or monthly.

Order produce and other food items on a daily basis.

Participates in ongoing skill development courses in order to stay abreast of the latest trends in the food service industry.

May prepare specialty foods, such as pizzas, fish and chips, sandwiches, or tacos, following specific methods that usually require short preparation time.

Cleans and maintains food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.

Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Job Requirements
Required education:

High School Diploma, GED, or graduate of a culinary school.

Required experience:

36 months food service experience

Certification Preferred
Valid Safe Food Handling and Sanitization Certificate from the State of Oklahoma

Skills

Ability to understand & convert measurements

Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment & supplies

Ability to plan a health conscience menu

Ability to interpret information

Ability to multitask

Ability to understand profit and loss statement

Working Conditions
Standard restaurant environment

Department Preferences

Familiarity with preparation of gourmet and specialty type menu items

Some experience in menu planning and costing

Experience in complete kitchen management, ethnic cooking (including baking), salad preparation, entrée selection, and pairing

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

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