Plans, prepares, cooks and serves nutritional meals and snacks in accordance with established guidelines and schedules; ensures all meals are prepared and served in a safe and presentable manner; cleans kitchen facilities, equipment, and appliances; maintains inventory of kitchen supplies and food in a neat and orderly manner.

• It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position
• The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description
• Plans menus and purchases food and supplies necessary for the preparation and serving of nutritional meals
• Cleans, cooks, and prepares a variety of foods and beverages utilizing kitchen equipment, utensils, and supplies in accordance with acceptable and economical cooking methods
• Ensures that enough food is prepared based on the number of people to be served and that food is prepared in a timely manner as scheduled
• Serves food and beverages in a presentable manner; prepares plates for infants or persons requiring additional assistance
• Sets tables with plates, napkins and utensils or sets up buffet line for self-service
• Cleans tables, chairs, floors, dishes, utensils, and kitchen appliances
• Stores, refrigerates, and freezes foods in a safe and economical manner; monitors expiration dates on all foods ensuring proper disposal of food with expired dates
• Prepares snacks and prepares plates of food for people eating after normal serving hours
• Maintains a high degree of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining room; ensures that all meals are prepared in a safe manner; ensures all kitchen personnel practice proper personal hygiene; ensures compliance with health regulations
• Maintains proper supply and orderliness of kitchen stock inventory in order to meet the needs of the kitchen; orders, receives, and processes food purchases; verifies that invoices are accurate and submits for further processing
• Assists in coordinating and carrying-out arrangements for programs and special events
• Supervises volunteers assisting in preparing and serving meals and cleaning of kitchen equipment

• High School diploma or equivalent
• One year experience cooking food for large groups
• any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Knowledge of proper cooking methods and procedures
• Knowledge of meal planning techniques
• Knowledge of acceptable food storage and cleaning techniques
• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language