Cook

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to established recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Assist with daily kitchen prep, including chopping, seasoning, marinating, measuring, and organizing ingredients.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, and consistency throughout service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, equipment, and storage areas.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and hygiene procedures at all times.
• Cook with team members to ensure timely meal preparation and smooth service.
• Cook with team members to adapt to changing kitchen needs during peak periods.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a kitchen, restaurant, catering, or food service environment preferred.
• Basic knowledge of cooking techniques, kitchen equipment, and food preparation methods.
• Understanding of safe food handling and sanitation standards, and ServSafe certification.
• Ability to work efficiently in a team-oriented, fast-paced setting.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistency.
• Good communication and time management skills.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights as needed.
• Able to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, or holidays as required.