Lead Cook

Southern Foodservice Management, a national contact foodservice company, is now looking to hire a Lead Cook for our location at GE Haier in Decatur, AL.   

• The schedule is Monday – Friday with occasional Saturdays. 
• The pay range is $17.00 - $19.00 per hour.
• Work schedule is 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM

Job Summary

• Prepare and Cook entrees and sides on the daily menu as assigned daily by Management according to the daily menu’s recipes strictly adhering to recipe cards.
• Taste products for good quality / texture, not to be over salted
• Place all properly cooked menu items in hot holding cabinet and ensure temperatures are documented on the production sheet.
• Assist with the production of grab and go food items for the Café as needed.
• Assist with service as needed during breakfast and lunch service hours.
• Check temperatures of menu items for required ranges and record on SFM Production Sheet
• Utilize progressive cooking throughout the meal as directed by Management to ensure freshness and quality of food served.
• Break down service areas after the meal period ends.
• Responsible for maintaining kitchen to Sanitation standards established by Company 
• Clean assigned equipment, kitchen, storage and serving areas such preparation tables, ovens, floors, steam tables, etc.

Southern Foodservice Management’s Culture

We have a philosophy for every one on our service team to give something extra. A Southern Foodservice Management employee:

• Exhibits a positive, friendly and respectful attitude towards guests and other team members.
• Arrives to work on time and in correct uniform, clean shoes, clean and pressed black pants and shirt, apron, name tag, and a SMILE.
• Understands job duties and responsibilities, as well as having an eagerness to learn more and develop new skills.
• Promotes a fun and efficient work environment, focusing on guest satisfaction.

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Responsible for proper preparation and cooking of specific menu items assigned by Management
• Responsible for correct quantities and quality of menu items assigned using Recipe Cards and Production Schedules.
• Must maintain proper food safety and sanitation procedures in accordance with applicable food code and HACCP standards
• Responsible for following proper safety procedures like wearing PPE to ensure a safe working environment.
• Always conduct yourself in a professional and orderly manner in accordance with the SFM Code of Conduct
• Follow the direction of Management in carrying out the duties and procedures as assigned
• All staff members are also responsible for other duties or tasks that are assigned by the Assistant Managers or Supervisors, as a part of any “Job” or “Position” assigned during a normal work schedule. Team members may be assigned to support the meal production, service and cleaning after the meal or the dining facility.

Physical Requirements 

• Strength: Lift up to 40lbs
• Posture: Standing 80%, Walking 20%
• Movement of objects: Frequent
• Heavy Lifting, Heavy Carrying, Pushing, Pulling
• Climbing or Balancing: Occasional
• Stooping: Occasional
• Reaching: Frequent
• Handling: Frequent
• Talking/Hearing: Frequent
• Seeing: Frequent
• Temperature Variation: Frequent

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