Restaurant/Banquet Cook - Holiday Inn Meridian - 100 HML LLC

• Preparing the kitchen before the arrival of the chefs
• Cleaning the kitchen before and after food service
• Preparing ingredients beforehand, like cleaning and chopping the vegetables
• Looking after the stock of the kitchen and informing it to the head chef as the stocks run out.
• Cleaning all the kitchen equipment before and after use
• Cleaning the kitchen and maintaining the cleanliness at all times as there could be an inspection anytime.
• Cooking dishes under the supervision of the chef
• Giving suggestions to the chef regarding new preparations and the menu
• Should know the menu thoroughly and should be able to make each dish on the menu.
• Fill in for absent chefs.
• Help in the designing the interiors of the restaurant.
• Help the chef in training the new staff.
• Coordinate with the other kitchen staff.
• Update the accounts of the restaurant for the head chef.
• Report any mishaps in the kitchen.
• Apply safety standards.
• Keep a check of the safety equipment.

Education Required for a Cook

• High school diploma/GED 
• Course in food handling
• Any other food related course is advantageous. 

Position Responsibilities:

• order supplies, food and ingredients based on rapidly shifting demand.
• Comply and maintain Food cost guidelines according to established budget.
• Train kitchen staff in specific stations, and cross-train as necessary.
• Create schedules for kitchen staff to ensure there are always enough workers to meet business demands.
• Maintain inventory levels and conduct full weekly inventory.
• Schedule and oversee necessary maintenance and repairs on kitchen appliances.
• Manage menu changes and adjustments based on seasonal availability.
• Respond personally to guest questions and complaints.