2654-Cook

Cook

Job classification

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Current compensation plan

Effective: Jan 06, 2024

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Job description

CITY & COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

TITLE: COOK

JOB CODE: 2654

INTRODUCTION

Under general supervision, performs skilled duties in the preparation and cooking of large quantities of a variety of foods; and performs related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

The 2654 Cook is the journey-level position within the Cook series. The 2654 Cook is distinguished from 2650 Assistant Cook in that the latter performs more routine preparatory kitchen duties, whereas the former performs more difficult and responsible kitchen duties such as menu preparation, supply sourcing, forecasting, and administrative functions. The 2656 Chef is distinguished from the 2654 Cook in that the former is responsible for a greater scope of supervision in addition to kitchen operations management.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervises food service employees.

MAJOR, IMPORTANT, AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Plans menus and accommodates special diets.

2. Prepares and cooks large variety of foods.

3. Orders food and requisitions supplies.

4. Directs and participates in cleaning the kitchen area, appliances and utensils.

5. Estimates amount of groceries needed.

6. Follows instructions and works according to established methods and procedures.

7. Maintains records, routine reports, and related duties.

IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: food preparation techniques; common kitchen and food terminology; tools, utensils and equipment used in the preparation, cooking and baking of food; basic mathematics; required safety and health practices; principles of nutrition; methods of storing foodstuffs.

Ability and Skill to: prepare and cook a wide variety of food including special diet items commonly found on the menus of institutions; follow detailed oral and/or written instructions; plan, supervise and inspect the work of food service employees; maintain accurate records and prepare simple reports; lift and carry at least 50 pounds of food and cooking supplies; work well with others; use and clean modern cooking tools, utensils and equipment; communicate orally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification. Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement.

Education:

Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED or High School Proficiency Examination).

Experience:

Three (3) years of work experience cooking large quantities of food in a setting such as hospital, correctional facility, the military, hotel, restaurant or equivalent food service establishment.

Note: Coffee shops, small grab and go kiosks, and sandwich shops are not considered qualifying cooking experience.

License and Certification:

Substitution:

One (1) year of the required experience can be substituted by any of the following: completion of a one (1) year culinary arts certificate program; or completion of an apprenticeship program certified by a nationally recognized culinary arts organization; or possession of an Associate�s degree in culinary arts.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Requires the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. of food and supplies.

Some physical strength is required in lifting and carrying food, cooking supplies and equipment; also requires ability to stand for long periods of time; manual dexterity in the use and operation of kitchen appliances and equipment; work weekends and evenings.

PROMOTIVE LINES

From: 2650 Assistant Cook

To: 2656 Chef

ORIGINATION DATE: 11/20/72

AMENDED DATE: 11/12/99; 04/05/2007; 1/4/17

REASON FOR AMENDMENT To accurately reflect the current tasks, knowledge, skills & abilities, and minimum qualifications.

BUSINESS UNIT(S): COMMN SFMTA SFCCD SFUSD

Standard information

Disaster service work

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

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