Under general supervision, plans and prepares menus, prepares food, and manages kitchen inventory.

Duties:

• Plans, develops, and assesses costs for menus. Prepares new recipes/entrees, salads and other menu items.
• Monitors and maintains the physical inventory weekly and/or monthly. Orders produce and other food items on a daily basis.
• May provide supervision and training to other food service staff.
• 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.

Required Education: High School diploma or GED or graduate of a culinary school, AND:

• 36 months food service experience. 

Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of converting measurements.
• Advanced knowledge of kitchen equipment and supplies.
• Ability to plan a health conscience menu.
• Ability to interpret information.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to understand profit and loss statement.

Certifications:

• Food Handling and Sanitation Certification from the State of Oklahoma

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Standard Restaurant Environment.

Departmental Preferences:

• Familiarity with preparation of gourmet and/or specialty type menu items.
• Experience with menu planning and costing.
• Experience in complete kitchen management, ethnic cooking (including baking), salad preparation, entrée selection, and pairing.

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