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job description

Planning and executing menus in a timely manner

Ensure the Set up and stocking with all necessary supplies is done to standard

• Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)

• Ensure shopping is done and cleaning after every cooking session of all kitchen area, fridge, deep freezers, microwave, oven and cookers once a week

• Peel, wash, trim, and cook vegetables and meats, and bake breads and pastries.

• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards

• Maintain a positive, welcoming and professional approach with co-workers and Guests

• Cleans food preparation areas.

• Prepares foods to the specifications of the resident

• Operates various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer

• Estimates expected food consumption and organizes preparation

• Keeps records and accounts of food purchases

• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff

• Stays available for quick snacks in case guests arrive unannounced.

• Observe personal and food hygiene

• To ensure all equipment, machinery are stored securely and clean after use.

• Manages other employees in the kitchen

• Orders new menu items for specials treats or functions

• Clean, wash, disinfect and sanitize surfaces as per requirement – cupboards, drawers, wall tiles weekly

• Stock inventory appropriately and proper accounting of all items purchased

• Observe Health and Safety requirements noting that all duties must be carried out to comply with current Health & Safety at Work legislation.