Full time Cook

Responsibilities:

· Independently prepares all food items as directed by supervisor and to the company specifications.

· Ability to work on an outlet hot/cold line executing menu items in the specified timeline for each meal period.

· The ability to identify and inspect all food products for quality.

· Follow all storage procedures when taking food out of walk-in and when returning food to walk-in.

· Safely and properly use all culinary equipment.

· Must have a solid and demonstrated understanding of cooking skills and techniques.

· Keep walk-in, prep area and equipment up to Health Department and EcoSure standards at all times.

· Attend department meetings and other company required trainings.

· Complete other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

· Proper use and care of cooking utensils and equipment, pots, pans, dishware, silverware, glassware, food slicing machine, knives, salad spinner

· Proper care and cleaning of all kitchen equipment.

· Oven, grill/stove burners, microwave appliances, robot coupe, mechanical choppers

· 3 years of culinary experience preferred; well-versed in operation of at least one culinary station

· Knowledge of basic kitchen preparation, knife skills, sanitation, and safety

· Ability to remain active, including standing for 8+ hour per day

· Flexible scheduling to include nights, weekends, and holidays

· Must be familiar weights and measures in order to follow and multiply standard recipes.

· Must have basic mathematical skills.

· The ability to work in a fast-paced high pressure work environment while executing delegated tasks and assignments.

· Culinary degree and/or formal training preferred.

· Must have unexpired Food Handlers – or obtain upon hire.

· Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry moderate weight.

· Must be able to walk/stand for extended periods of time, with frequent bending and twisting.

· Must be able to utilize culinary tools (knives, commercial equipment, etc.) and taste/smell.