Cook

About the role

We are looking to add an experienced Cook to work with a highly motivated and energetic kitchen staff in our Tacoma, WA location for our Dining & Events division. As a cook for Lancer-Hospitality, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, efficient environment and cook delicious meals. If you are driven, passionate about preparing and serving high quality meals, and are looking for an organization that promotes your personal growth, this could be the right role for you.

Responsibilities

• Quality and portion control
• Food preparation
• Creative food presentation
• Maintaining kitchen
• Ensuring food is stored properly
• Following safe food handling policies, procedures and recipes

Requirements

Must-haves:

• At least one years’ prior culinary experience in a quality and high-volume establishment with an emphasis on scratch cooking
• Working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks in fast-paced environment
• Ability to use various kitchen equipment and tools as well as identify and differentiate food items
• Customer service experience is required

Nice-to-haves:

• Food handlers’ certification

Where you'll be working

Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Flexible Schedules
• Uniform shirt provided
• 2 zoolight admission tickets
• Paid meal for eligible shifts
• Employee discount on food and in the gift shop
• Advancement opportunities
• Potential for long-term employment
• Parking provided

Pay

Compensation Range $18-20 per hour