Cook (167)

Cook Responsibilities

• Ensuring ingredients and final products are fresh.
• Ensuring all food and other items are stored properly.
• Following recipes, including measuring, weighing and mixing ingredients.
• Following prep lists.
• Labeling and stocking all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible.
• Preparing ingredients for cooking by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, etc.
• Operating equipment following safety standards.
• Baking, grilling, steaming and broiling meats, vegetables, fish, poultry and other foods.
• Presenting, garnishing and arranging final dishes.
• Handling and storing ingredients and food.
• Maintaining food safety and sanitation standards.
• Cleaning and sanitizing work areas, equipment and utensils.
• Executing opening and closing procedures.
• Setting up workstations with required ingredients and equipment.
• Monitoring station inventory levels.
• Restocking as needed.
• Operating kitchen equipment such as broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, mixers, food processors, etc.

Cook Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in food preparation in a scratch kitchen.
• Ability to read and speak English.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm and professional in a fast-paced environment.
• -Flexibility to work weekends, evenings and holidays.
• High level of stamina to work on feet for extended periods.
• Must be able to push, pull, reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 lbs.

Cook Employment Benefits

• Competitive starting wage ($16-19 per hour, based on experience).
• Flexible Scheduling.
• Career Advancement Opportunities.
• Meal Discounts.
• Eligibility for Paid Vacation.
• Eligibility for Health Insurance.
• Eligibility for 401K.