Giant Center General Cook

Job Duties

• Supervise food preparation, sanitation, and safety in the kitchen*
• Maintain safe, clean and sanitized work areas*
• Comply with safety and security procedures outlined in the employee handbook*
• Adhere to policies of the Hershey Entertainment Complex*
• Prepare all food items according to prep sheets and standardized recipes with speed and consistency of quality*
• Aid utility personnel maintain cleanliness of the dish room and pot washing areas*
• Wash and sanitize all kitchen equipment including, but not limited to: fryers, grill, tilt skillet, smokers, worktables, sinks, dishwasher, pots, pans, dishes and utensils*
• Sweep and mop kitchen floor as needed
• Remove all trash and break down boxes as needed
• Assist the warehouse runner to properly receive and store all food, non-food, and cleaning related items, while maintaining a clean and orderly operation*
• Maintain storage areas including temperature, proper labeling, rotations, and purchases utilizing cost effective practices*
• Work with supervisors to acquire goods for locations
• Deliver prepared items to assigned areas as needed
• Perform all duties as assigned by Executive Chef and Sous Chefs as needed

Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 16 years of age
• Must have previous experience (minimum 1 year) in the culinary field or be enrolled in college or technical school for Culinary or Pastry Arts
• Demonstrate ability to train and supervise entry level Culinary and Pastry staff
• Pass ServSafe Food Handler and Allergen programs within 90 days of employment

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must be able to project a positive, self-motivated, professional attitude at all times with a willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow directions from direct supervisors and Chefs as well as give direction to others
• Possess a working knowledge of food service equipment
• Demonstrate understanding of inventory storage procedures (food, dry stock, liquids, chemicals, etc.)
• Well-honed skill set that includes ability to oversee line production
• Well versed in aesthetic presentation of food items
• Must be versed in standardized food storage and standardized food cooling procedures
• Display kitchen management skills – oversee staff, mindful of costs, delegate tasks, etc.
• Capable of Culinary and Pastry oversight operations of kitchens, food stands, or special events/off-site catering
• Ability to work independently as well as lead teams
• Must be able to read and write and understand English

Job Demands

• Must be able to do physical work and lift a minimum of 35 lbs.
• Must wear approved uniform and footwear