Cook (M-F 5:30am - 2pm)

About the Role

A member of the Foodservice Team responsible for ensuring excellent guest service through teamwork and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Open all coolers, turn on ovens, fryers, steam tables, salad bar, and fruit bar.
• Set up bread, butter, and other breakfast condiments.
• Prepare hot cereals, breakfast meats, eggs, breakfast specials, pastries, and breakfast sandwiches; ensure line is set up by café opening.
• Prep for the next day and handle special requests.
• Prepare grill position for lunch, serve during lunch, and batch cook while attending to guests.
• After lunch, remove food from the line, properly discard or cool down products, and store them away.
• Clean steam table, grill (including area underneath the counter), and maintain a sanitized work area.
• Complete GFS order and prep for the next day.

Food Safety & Sanitation

• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety guidelines.
• Use proper PPE and practice "as you go" cleaning.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized work area, equipment, and tools.
• Properly store, label, and rotate food products to ensure freshness.
• Immediately report any unsafe conditions or equipment issues to management.

Requirements

• Cooking experience with knowledge of preparing eggs, sauces, casseroles, and sandwiches.
• Experience with volume production and batch cooking.
• Self-motivated with excellent communication skills and a proven track record in guest service.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions, written recipes, and menu item instructions.
• Knowledge of the Foodservice menu system and the GFS ordering system; ability to order using the GFS computer system.
• Cashiering experience.
• Proactive team player with strong organizational skills and flexibility.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change positively.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Overtime required; flexible work schedule at times.
• Willingness to perform other assigned job duties.
• Valid Driver’s license and good driving record.

Benefits

• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Eligibility to participate in short-term incentive programs.