Cook

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3 weeks ago
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Full Time
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Croatia
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€4.80K - €7.20K gross / year

Overview

A cook is responsible for preparing, seasoning, and cooking a wide variety of dishes in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and other food service establishments. Cooks play a crucial role in ensuring that meals are prepared to high standards of quality, taste, and presentation, contributing to the overall dining experience for customers.


Duties

Food Preparation:
  • Follow recipes and prepare ingredients for cooking according to established standards.
  • Cut, chop, slice, and dice vegetables, meats, and other ingredients as needed.
Cooking Techniques:
  • Utilize various cooking methods, including frying, grilling, roasting, baking, steaming, and sautéing, to prepare dishes.
  • Monitor cooking times and temperatures to ensure that food is cooked to the appropriate level of doneness.
Seasoning and Flavoring:
  • Season and flavor dishes with herbs, spices, marinades, sauces, and condiments to enhance taste and appeal.
  • Taste test dishes and adjust seasoning levels or flavors as necessary to meet quality standards.
Food Safety and Sanitation:
  • Adhere to food safety protocols and sanitation standards to prevent cross-contamination, foodborne illnesses, and hygiene-related issues.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, including proper storage of food, cleaning of equipment, and disposal of waste.
Menu Execution:
  • Execute menu items according to established recipes, portion sizes, and plating guidelines.
  • Coordinate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.

Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in cooking techniques, including frying, grilling, baking, sautéing, and steaming, as well as knowledge of food preparation methods.
  • Familiarity with a variety of recipes and the ability to follow them accurately to ensure consistent results.
  • Completion of food safety training and certification courses to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Ability to contribute to menu planning and development by suggesting new dishes, specials, and seasonal offerings.

Overall, cooks play a vital role in the culinary industry, bringing their skills, creativity, and passion for food to create memorable dining experiences for customers.

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