Cook

Job description

Prepare and cook food according to the instructions and requirements set by Sous and Executive Chefs and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment. Complete daily prep list. Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces and utensils. Cook batches of food such as chicken, fish and meat. Maintain sanitation, health and safety standards in the work area. Create sauces and stocks. Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep fryers and griddles. Pre-cook items in order to prepare for later use. Read food order slips or receive verbal instructions as to food required. Verify that prepared foods meet quality and quantity requirements. Clean, stock and restock workstations and reach-ins. Assist Sous Chef and Lead Cook in ensuring proper amounts and types of supplies and food are ordered and delivered to the kitchen, if necessary. Decorate and garnish desserts with proper sauces and fruit. Prepare amenities such as fruit plates for Boxwood. Be knowledgeable of all stations in the restaurant. Be knowledgeable of plate presentations and preparations of all menu items. Maintain the buffet in the restaurant and any action stations that are required by business demands. Maintain and rotate all food items to ensure food quality; date and label all food items and actively practice FIFO (First-In-First-Out). Strive to minimize waste and breakage. Perform additional cooking duties as assigned by the Sous Chef and Lead Cook.

May perform other entry-level cook job duties pursuant to 35-2014.00, Cooks, Restaurant.

F.a.5a-F.a.6b: 35 hours/week. 7+-hour shifts with 30-minute unpaid break each shift; shifts vary based on venue and may be any time between 5:00 am and 10:30 pm. 5 days per week, Sun-Sat. May work evenings, weekends, holidays, as needed. Schedule (including workdays) may vary. May work more than the guaranteed hours. May work overtime. OT varies.

F.b.8a: Workers will be paid no less than the wage listed. Employer may pay higher wage rates to workers based on seniority with employer and level of skill. Overtime hours may vary.

F.b.8a Bonus available for full completion of agreed upon employment period.

Special Requirements

No formal education, training or experience necessary. On-the-job training will be provided.

Must be available to work dates of employment and hours/shifts stated in job listing. Must be able to walk, stand, and move for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift, push, and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to bend, kneel and reach. Must be able to speak and understand English.