Volunteer Cook - Western Tidewater (Suffolk)

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The Volunteer Cook performs semi-skilled work in preparing a variety of food types for guests attending senior centers.

• Prepares kitchen and food preparation areas upon arrival.
• Cleans kitchen area before and after food service.
  • Prepares ingredients beforehand, and cooks meal according to menu.
  • Follows nutritional guidelines and portion sizes per dietary guidelines.
  • Bakes pastries and bread.
  • Reviews and assists with stock of kitchen and informs supervisor of need to order food and food supplies.
  • Reconstitutes frozen meals in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Operates standard cooking equipment, such as ranges, mixers, food choppers, refrigerators, microwaves, etc.
  • Cleans kitchen equipment and coolers; washes dishes.
  • Receives and stocks food and food supplies, maintains sanitary standards.
  • Applies and adheres to safety standards.
  • Receives and forwards complaints to appropriate individuals.
  • Reports unusual events, mishaps and emergencies to appropriate individuals.

Participates in trainings.