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Southern Foodservice Management Inc

Grill Cook

full-time•Wooster

Summary

Location

Wooster

Type

full-time

Experience

0-2 years

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About this role

Description

Southern Foodservice Management, a national contract food service company, is seeking to hire a full-time Grill Cook at our dining unit at the Schaeffler Transmission Plant in Wooster, Ohio 44691.  

  • The work schedule is Monday - Friday
  • The shift hours are 3:30am - 12:30pm

Job Summary

  • Prepare and Cook Main entrees and/or sides on the daily menu as assigned daily by Cook I or 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 on serving line and garnish.
  • Check temperatures of menu items for required ranges and record on DA Form 7800.
  • Utilize progressive cooking throughout the meal as directed by Cook I to ensure freshness and quality of food served.
  • Replenish food items in the steam tables or cold bars as required during service.
  • Assist on Food serving lines during meal service times.
  • Greet and care for our customers while working on the serving lines.
  • Break down service areas after the meal period ends.
  • Responsible for maintaining kitchen to Sanitation standards established by Company and Army Food Program.
  • Clean assigned equipment, kitchen, storage and serving areas such preparation tables, steam kettles, ovens, floors, steam tables, etc.

Southern Foodservice Management’s Culture

We have a philosophy for everyone 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 Cook I.
  • 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 the Tri-Service Food Code, DA Pam 30-22 and HAACP.
  • 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 the Cook I 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.

Requirements

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 

What you'll do

  • The Grill Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking main entrees and sides according to daily menu recipes, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Additional duties include maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and assisting with food service during meal times.

About Southern Foodservice Management Inc

Southern Foodservice Management provides onsite dining, catering and vending services to business & industry, education and government clients. Founded in 1951, the Birmingham, Alabama-headquartered company provides quality food, great service, exceptional value and a pleasant experience to dining customers at client sites nationwide. Southern’s long history of success is attributed to the high level of care, attention and flexibility—that “something extra”—in its dealings with clients, customers, employees and suppliers.

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