Cook

About the role

The position is available for a full-time 40 hour per week PM schedule. Shifts are from 2:00-10:00PM and days of the week will be determined. Must work at least one Saturday or Sunday shift.

Responsibilities

• Ability to work at various work stations (e.g. general production, hot bar, etc.) prepping and cooking a wide variety of menu items in large quantities, following specifications of Kitchen Manager.
• Prepare deli items following prescribed specifications.
• Follow the correct use of established portion control rules.
• Recommend new recipes to Deli Management.
• Follow production list and prepare high priority items.
• Stock and maintain retail coolers and shelves to create bountiful and appealing displays following applicable schematics and specifications of deli managers.
• Report customer suggestions, comments, and complaints to Deli Management.
• Greet and assist customers in a prompt, friendly, and courteous manner when working on the retail floor.
• Pull old or low-quality items, record and properly dispose of them, following established procedures.
• Maintain kitchen in sanitary and orderly condition, following guidelines set by Deli Management and rules of MCCHD.
• Ensure freshness of deli items by rotating and date labeling.
• Clean up spills, take out trash as needed.
• Follow safety, storage and labeling procedures.
• Monitor food temperatures as required and take corrective action when needed to ensure food safety.
• Advise deli manager of equipment repair and replacement needs.
• Follow safe working practices.
• Dish and pot washing as needed.
• Participate in periodic inventory counts.
• Attend deli department and storewide meetings.
• Perform other tasks assigned by Deli Management.

Qualifications

• Education/Training: High School education or GED preferred, but not required.
• Experience: Experience cooking for a deli, restaurant, or catering business preferred.
• Knowledge/Skills: Ability to operate professional kitchen equipment, practiced knife skills, food safety awareness.
• Attendance: Regular, predictable attendance.
• Other: Adhere to established work and safety procedures. Basic knowledge of and interest in natural foods. Maintain accurate records. Ability to work closely with others.
• Requirements: Essential Functions/Tasks: Physical: Vision, Hearing, Gripping, Lifting, Stooping, Squatting, Push/Pull, Climbing, Bending, Reaching, Equipment Operation, Carry Objects, Sitting, Walking, Standing, Climate, Mental & Psychological Demands: Comprehension, Reading/Writing, Speaking, Decision Making, Attention To Task/Detail: Critical Thinking Skills, Multi-Tasking, Interaction With Others: Customer Service, Co-workers, General, Motivations: Ability to work in shared spaces with coworkers.

Skills

• Basic reading/writing level.
• Effective communication with co-workers and customers.
• Problem-solving techniques.
• Organizational skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.

Behaviors

• Positive attitude.
• Respectful and courteous behavior towards customers and colleagues.
• Adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Education

• High School education or GED.

Experience

• Experience cooking for a deli, restaurant, or catering business.

Licenses & Certifications

• N/A

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