Cook's Assistant
- Worked with lead cook to prepare food for approximately 800 people
- Followed proper food safety cleaning and sanitation requirements.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Removed expired food and beverages from storage and reviewed inventory for upcoming expirations dates.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Maintained efficiency and flow of institutional kitchen by helping lead cook complete tasks.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
