$14 - $18.50/hr
Full-time
Posted 18 days ago
Job description
Compensation Amount:
19.00 USD HourlyJob Summary:
The Cook assists the Chef or General Manager by preparing, cooking, and serving food.Job Description:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Prepare and cook food items according to recipes, daily menus, and supervisor instructions.
- Clean and inspect kitchen equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas in order to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
- Operate food station, including performing station checklist, temperature log, counter meeting, and signage.
- Requisition food supplies, kitchen equipment, and appliances, based on estimates of future needs.
- Monitor menus and spending in order to ensure that meals are prepared economically.
- Maintain awareness of safety issues, and report them immediately to your manager.
SKILL AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE
- Partial High School education required; High School Diploma/G.E.D. preferred.
- Culinary knowledge.
- Food Safety certified and strong sanitation habits.
- Strong customer service abilities; actively looks for ways to assist customers and coworkers.
- Ability to recognize when a problem has occurred and communicate it to management.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
- Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place within the unit. Bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment.
- Lifting, carrying, and pushing up to 25 lbs. regularly, 30-35 lbs. frequently, and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
- Ability to stand for the entire work day.
- Climbing steps regularly.
- Withstanding temperature extremes in freezer, refrigerator walk-in and grill areas.
- Reading and writing work-related documents in English.
- Speech recognition and clarity, including the ability to understand the speech of customers and co-workers and the ability to speak clearly so that you can be understood by customers and co-workers in English.
- Constantly communicates and receives verbal communication with other employees in fast-paced kitchen.
- Physical presence at the job site is essential to perform job duties.
EQUIPMENT USED
- Standard commercial cooking machinery and utensils.
Founded in 1917, Guest Services has worked tirelessly to earn the reputation as the premier hospitality management company and National Park Service concessionaire in the United States. Guest Services takes great care and pride in providing best-in-class services across a wide variety of client sites including luxury communities, hotels, resorts, government and business dining facilities, full-service restaurants, state and national parks, outdoor recreation, boathouses, marinas, museums, conference centers, senior living communities, health care systems, school and university dining facilities, and specialty retail stores.
Guest Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and promotion without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION: We embrace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the richness it brings to our company. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive workplace where individuals can bring their whole selves to work, enabling them to provide the best level of service to our diverse customer base.
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Frequently asked questions
Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Cook?
A: To succeed as a Cook, key technical skills include proficiency in various cooking techniques, such as knife skills, cooking methods, and ingredient preparation, as well as knowledge of different cuisines and menu planning. Soft skills like attention to detail, teamwork, and adaptability are also crucial, as Cooks often work in fast-paced environments and must be able to multitask and manage their time effectively. By combining these technical and soft skills, a Cook can deliver high-quality dishes, maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment, and contribute to a positive dining experience, ultimately supporting their career growth and effectiveness in the role.
Q: What is the career path for a Cook?
A: A Cook's typical career progression involves starting as a Junior Cook or Line Cook, where they develop fundamental cooking skills and kitchen operations knowledge. As they gain experience, they can move into mid-level roles such as Sous Chef or Chef de Partie, where they oversee specific kitchen stations and develop leadership and menu planning skills. Senior roles like Executive Chef or Head Chef often involve managing kitchen staff, creating menus, and ensuring high-quality food production, providing opportunities for advanced skill development and professional growth.
