Cook

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items, following standard recipes and procedures within specified time limits.
• Assist cooks in the preparation of basic dessert items.
• Preps assigned items according to the Prep Lists and par levels set by management.
• Stores and properly handles raw or prepared foods and non-food supplies.
• Measures and assembles ingredients required for preparing the standard recipes.
• Cuts and/or portions meat, fish and poultry.
• Clean and sanitize production equipment, work surfaces and kitchen according to cleaning schedules and procedures.
• Maintain assigned workstation in a safe and sanitary condition.
• Handle food in a manner that is consistent with local health department guidelines.
• Follow proper food handling techniques and coordinate the use of time, material and equipment to avoid waste and unnecessary expense.
• Maintain acceptable standards of personal hygiene.
• Comply with department’s dress code.
• Follow safety regulations, reporting injuries or any unsafe conditions and work practices to the supervisor.
• Attend in-service training and education sessions as assigned.
• Follow all designated uniform, grooming, safety and sanitation rules and regulations.

Knowledge And Skills

• Able to read and understand the English language.
• “ServSafe” Certified is a plus.
• Basic mathematical skills for measurements.
• Adequate interpersonal relations and communicative skills.
• Auditory and visual skills.
• Knowledge of the Company’s food & beverage specifications.
• Organizational skills.
• Multi-task oriented.
• Maintain skills necessary to safely and efficiently operate the following equipment and machines used in the performance of this job:
• Kitchen equipment
• Ovens
• Stoves
• Dishwasher
• Slicers
• Coffee machines
• Steamer
• Mixers
• Chef's knives, etc.

Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work

This is an hourly paid position. Days and hours of work vary according to business hours and job requirements. Main shifts will be Thursday- Saturday evenings.

Work Culture

This role will require fast paced service done with a smile and a high level of communication with guests, co-workers, Managers and Chefs.