The Hill Cook 2 - FT

Job Summary

Prepares and cooks menu items for batch and individual plated service in accordance with established recipes, portion standards, and plating guidelines. Performs assigned kitchen functions including broiler, sauté, pantry, prep, expo, and production stations as needed. Operates kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including ovens, grills, broilers, roasters, and steam kettles. Maintains compliance with food safety, sanitation, and safety standards while keeping work areas clean, organized, and hazard-free.

Responsibilities

• Executes food preparation tasks such as washing, cutting, seasoning, cooking, carving, portioning, saucing, and garnishing with attention to quality and presentation.
• Maintains compliance with food safety, sanitation, and safety standards while keeping work areas clean, organized, and hazard-free.
• Supports daily kitchen operations by following prep lists, taking inventory, and assisting with stock rotation and organization.
• Partners with culinary leadership and team members to coordinate workflow, manage volume, and meet business demands.
• Operates kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including ovens, grills, broilers, roasters, and steam kettles.
• Demonstrates strong knife skills, including classic cuts, safe handling, and proper sharpening techniques.
• Assists with operations in other food and beverage venues as needed and participates in required training and meetings.
• Compiles required information, completes reports as assigned, and adheres to all company policies and procedures.
• Performs additional duties as assigned to support productivity and efficient kitchen operations.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Working knowledge of food preparation methods including soups, sauces, meat and seafood cookery, breakfast, banquet, batch, and individual plated recipes.
• One to two years of related culinary experience or training preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Culinary Arts or college degree preferred but not required.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills; must be fluent and literate in English.
• Physical ability to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation, including standing for extended periods and lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying approximately 45 –65 pounds in varying work environments.