Brunch & Dinner Cook | Menu Planning & Prep

Wet Willie's; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wet Willie's in Brookings, SD is seeking a full/part-time Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare brunch, lunch and dinners, help plan menus with the general manager, and ensure recipes and procedures are followed.

The role requires at least 1 year of cooking experience, knowledge of food safety, and a valid Oregon Food Handler's certificate or ability to obtain one. This position also offers opportunity to work closely with front-of-house staff and contribute to menu execution.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Graduate of a culinary institute, military school or formal on-the-job training preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of food preparation experience preferred.
• Experience with quantity food preparation preferred.
• Demonstrate cooking skills and ability to follow established menus and recipes.
• Knowledge of proper nutritional requirements.
• Must have or obtain and Oregon Food Handler's certificate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare brunch, lunch and dinners.
• Meal planning in conjunction with general manager.
• Review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Assure that all food procedures are followed.
• Coordinate food service with the front of the house staff as necessary.
• Assist with the purchase and inventory of the food supply.
• Follow all sanitation guidelines.
• Become familiar with new menu items/dishes.

Skills

Cooking skills

Food safety knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Culinary training or equivalent

Job description

Wet Willie's in Brookings, SD is seeking a full/part-time Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare brunch, lunch and dinners, help plan menus with the general manager, and ensure recipes and procedures are followed.

The role requires at least 1 year of cooking experience, knowledge of food safety, and a valid Oregon Food Handler's certificate or ability to obtain one. This position also offers opportunity to work closely with front-of-house staff and contribute to menu execution.