Cook I | Newark Airport

Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional company image by adhering to all grooming and uniform guidelines, including slip resistant shoes.
• Food preparation at 100% recipe adherence.
• Follow production prep list and keep accurate records to accurately.
• Requisition supplies and equipment as needed.
• Ability to use knives, slicers, and kitchen equipment efficiently and safely.
• Wash, slice, and peel items on prep list.
• Follow recipes.
• Store prepared food items safely and ensure they are properly date labeled.
• Follow all brand standards including those related to food safety, sanitation, operational excellence, or guest satisfaction.
• Practices excellent food safety and sanitation practices.
• Accountable for compliance with all local, state, federal laws and regulation including those relating to food safety.
• Regularly restocks all kitchen supplies and food items required for service.
• Aid with ordering and planning food supplies, as directed by the supervisor.
• Reports necessary equipment repair and maintenance to management.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment that is free of safety hazards.
• Work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be detail oriented and the ability to multi-task.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of 1 year of closely related cooking experience, work experience in high volume or fast casual dining restaurant environment preferred.
• ServeSafe Certification or equivalent required by state.
• Able to work various shifts in a 7/365 team-oriented environment including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Excellent customer service skills and an ability to communicate effectively, in English.
• Self-starter able to prioritize and handle various tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and unexpected situations.
• Proficiency required in reading, writing, and mathematics, in English.
• Able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. and to perform essential job functions such as standing, bending, reaching, gripping, climbing on ladder, and walking long distances.
• Standing for long periods of time and the ability to work in an environment with varying including conditions high heat steam, and varying odors.