Cook

JOB OVERVIEW:

Prepare cold food items and assist in all kitchen activities to ensure that guests and colleagues receive high quality food items in a timely manner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Prepare salads, sandwiches, cold food entrees and other prepared foods according to portion and quality standards specified in recipes; control food usage to minimize waste.

· Maintain a clean kitchen by cleaning all work surfaces used in food preparation on an ongoing basis.

· Maintain a clean, neat and well-organized work area, including but not limited to reach-ins, walk-ins and counters.

Report all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.

· May maintain supplies and equipment (trays, china, silver and condiments) for service at the station areas.

· Advise supervisor of low inventory items and problems related to equipment, food quality, portions, etc.

· Perform receiving and inventory duties as specified by supervisor; stocks supplies as requested.

· Assist cooks and stewards during peak activity periods.

· Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.

Key departmental contacts include Catering, Banquets, Outlets, Maintenance, and Guest Services.

· May assist with other duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Basic reading, writing and math skills and some prior food preparation experience preferred.

This job requires ability to perform the following:

· Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds

· Standing up and moving about the kitchen

· Communicating with other people

· Handling food, objects, products and utensils

· Bending, stooping, kneeling

Other:

· Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with the other cooks, wait staff or supervisors.

· Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when preparing meals from a recipe, when assisting in the scheduling of the kitchen staff, or when monitoring inventory.

· Mathematical skills, including basic math, percentages, quantities, and variances are used frequently.

· Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.

· May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

The hourly pay rate for this role is $18.00.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible employees.