POSITION SUMMARY The Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of dishes according to standardized recipes and guest preferences while maintaining high standards of quality, hygiene, and safety. This role involves working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, collaborating with the culinary team, and ensuring timely food preparation and service for all food outlets and banquets.
Applicants must be able to work weekdays and weekends to include breakfast and dinner shifts as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Prepare and cook food items according to recipes, portion sizes, and presentation guidelines.
- Ensure food is prepared in a timely manner and meets quality and safety standards.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including workstations, equipment, and storage areas.
- Follow food safety and sanitation regulations, including proper storage and labeling of ingredients.
- Makes certain to use FIFO procedures; notifies appropriate personnel of any items that are running short.
- Adheres to proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures; maintains temperature and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) logs as required; and maintains appropriate dating, labeling, and rotation of all food items.
- Assist in menu planning, including suggesting new dishes or specials when required.
- Monitor inventory levels, restock supplies, and communicate low-stock items to the supervisor.
- Operate and maintain kitchen equipment, reporting any malfunctions or maintenance needs.
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation during service.
- Handle special dietary requests and accommodate guest preferences as needed.
- Minimize food waste by following portion control and proper storage practices.
- Adhere to all health, safety, and cleanliness guidelines set by the organization and local regulations.
- Participates in and/or contributes to programs, or projects designed to improve quality of service and employee productivity.
- Wears proper uniform at all times and is warm, welcoming and genuine.
- All other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES No direct supervisory responsibilities.
JOB REQUIREMENTS - Excellent attention to detail to ensure high cleaning standards are met.
- Time management and multitasking abilities to handle multiple responsibilities efficiently.
- Effective communication skills for interacting with staff, management, and guests.
- Familiarity with kitchen procedures, techniques, and equipment.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations and practices.
- Proficiency in using technology systems or basic computer skills.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
COMPANY VALUES - Do the Right Thing. Act Ethically. We are responsible for our words, our actions and our results.
- Build Relationships for Life. At Work. At Home. In the Community.
- Solve It. Deliver results through innovation, creative thinking, and problem solving.
- Have Fun. Perform at Your Best. Celebrate Successes.