Cook I, Banquets - Part Time

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance; arrives on time in a clean uniform with required name tag, ID, and licenses, ready to work with a positive, ready-to-learn attitude.
• Greets guests and team members warmly and professionally, supporting our Family Style Service culture.
• Affords assistance with basic food preparation by following step-by-step instructions and standard recipes, including operating grills, fryers, ovens, and other kitchen equipment as trained.
• Completes preliminary prep tasks such as portioning, chopping, stocking ingredients, and restocking stations in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintains correct ingredient levels and moves items from storage areas to workstations as needed.
• Keeps all assigned work areas clean, sanitary, and organized, following proper food safety and health code practices.
• Handles kitchen tools, equipment, and perishable items safely and correctly, ensuring proper storage, cleaning, and care.
• May be asked to assist in other kitchens when necessary.
• Follows all safety procedures and standard operating guidelines and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 1 year prior experience as a cook in a full-service kitchen preferred, not required.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• You must obtain a Food Handlers certificate from County Health Department.
• Must pass background check.
• Must present a neat and professional appearance.
• Works well with others, especially other wait staff, bartenders, cooks, supervisors, etc.
• Ability to read, write and understand English and possess mathematical skills as applicable for recipe calculations and kitchen safety.
• Must tolerate extreme kitchen temperatures, including heat from cooking equipment and cold from refrigeration units.
• Requires frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, reaching, pushing, and pulling throughout the shift.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. repeatedly, including above or below shoulder height.
• Requires sufficient visual ability to safely prepare food and operate kitchen equipment.
• Must wear assigned uniform and slip-resistant footwear appropriate for kitchen environments.

Qualifications

• Shifts may vary depending on business needs, including nights, weekends, and holidays.