Cook 2 Food Court

Initial Placement & Benefits

Initial placement within the salary range is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is just one component of our competitive Total Rewards package, which includes wellness programs designed to support our team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being. Specific benefits—such as day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and annual performance bonus—may vary by position. Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and display/plate foods as venue requires including banquets, receptions, buffets, a la carte in order to assist in reaching profitability, guest satisfaction, workforce strength, and compliance goals.
• Report to Sous Chef at start of shift to receive instruction as to daily specials and menu changes.
• Set up mise en place as per posted instructions.
• Report any spoilage or shortage to Sous Chef immediately.
• Prepare recipe per standardized recipes and production sheets.
• Prepare plated menu items as ordered, per specifications on hot food production line with strict attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.
• Must have knowledge of soups, sauces, quantity cooking, and proper food sanitation and handling.
• Perform well under pressure, meeting production schedules and fulfilling requisitions in a timely manner.
• Maintain work station and all storage areas in accordance with HCPN Standards and PA Department of Health Standards.
• Absorb and follow instructions from Sous Chef.
• Absorb and follow instructions from other supervisors as needed.
• Complete assigned shift by properly storing all perishable foods and reporting to Sous Chef for closing details.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred, or 3 to 5 years of previous relevant experience required.
• Must have the ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules and operating and maintenance instructions.
• Must have the ability to present information and respond to questions from employees.
• Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret various metrics.
• Must have the ability to perform basic math skills.
• Must have the ability to identify problems, collect data, analyze, and draw valid conclusions.
• Must have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.
• Must have the ability to interpret a variety of instructions (i.e., written, oral, etc.).
• Must qualify for a license with the Pennsylvania State Racing Commission and meet any credentialing requirements of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.

Skills

• Knowledge of soups, sauces, quantity cooking, and proper food sanitation and handling.
• Ability to perform tasks under pressure.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions.

Benefits

• Day-one medical coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Paid time off.

Physical Demands

• Walking 30% of the time.
• Standing 70% of the time.
• Bending and lifting 30% of the time.
• Climbing up heights in excess of 10 feet.
• Lifting/moving maximum of 100 lbs.

Work Environment

• High Noise Level.
• This is a smoking environment in guest areas and a non-smoking, with the exception of designated areas, employee environment.