Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

DEFINITION

To perform the full range of duties and responsibilities involved in participating in food preparation and service at the City’s Convention Center and food concession locations; to participate in the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen facilities, utensils and appliances.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from designated Chef and other assigned management staff.

PRIMARY DUTIES--The following are examples of primary duties assigned to positions in this classification. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1.  Perform a variety of cooking and food processing duties; handle and carve meats; prepare soups, sauces, pastries and other items as required using a variety of recipes and techniques.

2.  Arrange and disassemble food line and buffet tables including food, food warmers, chafing dishes and cooling equipment; set out coffee service as necessary.

3.  Deliver food and equipment to outside functions as needed and coordinate with appropriate staff to meet customers’ needs.

4.  Participate in the organization of food storage areas, including coolers, freezers and dry storage, to ensure efficient food product organization, rotation and usage.

5.  Clean and maintain the kitchen facilities, utensils and appliances in accordance with Health Department regulations; coordinate with outside vendors to perform technical and complex maintenance and servicing of kitchen equipment; report pertinent information to management for approval.

6.  Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of food preparation including sanitation and sterilization.

Methods, materials and equipment used in restaurant kitchen work.

General mathematics including addition, subtraction, division and multiplication.

Methods of menu preparation and planning.

Customer service procedures and principles.

Applicable tools and equipment operations.

Applicable Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations.

Ability to:

Prepare a variety of food items and menus for convention center events.

Interpret and follow recipes for food preparation.

Prepare and serve food for various numbered groups.

Use a variety of restaurant and kitchen equipment and appliances.

Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public and City employees.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training Guidelines

Minimum Requirements:

 Experience:

 Two (2) years of food handling, preparation or commercial cooking experience.

 Training:

 High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

License or Certificate

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver’s license.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Food Handler's Card issued by the County Health Department.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions:

The job is performed in the following working environment:

Field environment.

The following condition(s) may be present on a continuing basis:

Hazardous physical conditions (mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibration, etc.)

Atmospheric Conditions (fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation)

Extreme temperatures

Intense noise

Local Travel

Physical Conditions:

The job is characterized by:

The following physical activities are very or extremely important in accomplishing the job’s purpose and/or performed on a daily basis:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand for long periods of time, walk, kneel, squat, stoop, climb, crawl, repeatedly twist the upper body, talk, hear, see, and demonstrate manual dexterity, and is regularly required to lift 40 pounds. The employee must demonstrate the ability to remain calm during routine and stressful conditions. The employee is occasionally required to push or drag objects or equipment.