Cook - Devil's Pool

About the role

To prepare and portion foods for the resort’s food and beverage outlets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and portion foods for multiple outlets
• Make soups, stocks, grill and roast items using varied methods and techniques
• Handle knives expertly and operate all kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
• Assume control of the kitchen in the absence of a Sous Chef
• Follow the kitchen chain of command (Chefs, Cook I, Cook II, Cook III)
• Take an active role in training new cooks
• Assist the Chef in maintaining cleanliness operations of the kitchen

Requirements

• Minimum: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: Associate Degree in culinary field or fifth-year college/university program certificate
• Valid Driver’s License
• Two to four years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability

• Language Skills: Read and interpret safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; speak effectively before groups of customers or employees
• Mathematical Skills: Calculate discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume; apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
• Reasoning Ability: Solve practical problems with limited standardization; interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Work well with others in a close environment with a learning attitude; maintain speed and efficiency on the line

Physical Requirements

• Regularly walks, stands, and lifts up to 50 lbs
• Seldom/never sits or performs computer work

Work Environment

• Frequently exposed to wet/humid conditions and extreme heat
• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions and extreme cold
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Independent Judgement

• Perform tasks and duties under general supervision using established procedures and innovation
• Choose from limited alternatives to resolve problems
• Occasionally exercise independent judgment to complete work assignments
• Often make recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices

Benefits

• Discounts on retail merchandise, restaurants, world-class resorts, and conservation attractions
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund