A cook's job description typically includes a range of daily tasks and responsibilities, such as:
Food preparation
Preparing ingredients, measuring, weighing, and mixing them, and cooking food
Customer service
Taking orders from wait staff, attending to order details, and serving meals
Cleanliness
Cleaning workspaces, utensils, and dishes, and maintaining a sanitary and safe work environment
Food safety
Meeting food safety and sanitation regulations, and ensuring food is cooked according to health and safety standards
Inventory
Managing food storage and stock levels, and reordering supplies
Communication
Liaising with wait staff and management, and communicating with other cooks and team members
Training
Training kitchen hands or apprentices, and training staff in preparation, cooking, and handling of foods
Other duties
Planning menus, inspecting deliveries, recommending ideas for specials or seasonal dishes, and monitoring other cooks and team members