Casual Production Cook

Delaware River & Bay Authority (DRBA); Cape May (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Casual Production Cook, where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional food service aboard a vessel. This position offers the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills while ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. With a focus on customer service, you will prepare a variety of menu items, maintain inventory, and operate kitchen equipment. This part-time role allows for flexibility, making it perfect for those looking to contribute to a vibrant dining experience. If you are passionate about food and service, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine.

Qualifications

• 2 years of cooking experience required, 3 years preferred.
• Knowledge of health regulations for food service is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items using standardized recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and kitchen equipment.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Sanitation Procedures

Recipe Following

Kitchen Equipment Operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary Arts Training

Tools

Kitchen Utensils

Cooking Equipment

Job description

CASUAL Production Cook

Location: Cape May, NJ

Pay Rate: $16.25 - $18.00 (plus $2.00 per hour premium)

Opening Date: February 3, 2025 Closing Date: Until Filled

I. POSITION SUMMARY
The casual Line Cook is responsible for performing a wide variety of functions required
in the daily operation of the food service aboard the vessel or landside in the production
kitchen. The work consists of food and beverage preparation (primarily cook to order),
requisition of supplies and operation and cleaning of all equipment within the food
service and beverage areas. All employees in this position are responsible for the
cleanliness of food and beverage areas and must wear appropriate uniform. Employees
must be familiar with, and comply with, Delaware or New Jersey State Board of Health
regulations regarding employee health, cleanliness, clothing and practices (Section 64-3)
as well as food care (Section 64-2 [preparation, storage, protection, display and
service]).This casual position is part-time with no guaranteed minimum number of hours,
nor are there any guaranteed assignments.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Prepares and/or cooks various menu items, as assigned, using standardized recipes
and/or guidelines
* Receives, stocks and maintains adequate food and beverage supplies in
accordance with established par stock levels, at assigned locations
* Practices proper safety and sanitary procedures
* Maintains the cleanliness of work area including worktables, equipment, and floor
* Ensures completion of all departmental forms accurately and honestly
* Maintains, in good working order, all kitchen equipment including grill, hot
tables, ovens, ranges, slicer, deep fryer and turbo chef
* Uses a variety of kitchen utensils and appliances as required in the daily
preparation of menu items
* Assists in cleaning all kitchen/galley areas and equipment
* Responsible for following established safety practices while performing duties to
protect self, co-workers, and the public from injury, illness, and minimizing
damage to Authority property
* Performs other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Food & Retail,
Manager of Food & Retail, and Food Service Supervisors
* Provide the highest level of customer service and professionalism to all internal
and external customers

III. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

* Ability to read and follow recipes
* Ability to convert recipes according to usage
* Ability to understand and communicate oral instructions and written directions
* Physical - ability to stand, bend and kneel for extended periods
* Physical - ability to lift heavy items
* Ability to read and understand MSDS sheets
* Ability to operate all kitchen/galley equipment
* Knowledge of Delaware and New Jersey State Board of Health regulations for
food service
* Knowledge of general and shipboard hazards and safety precautions
* Ability to operate all food service equipment, appliances and utensils
* Ability to keep records and maintain inventory and supplies at prescribed levels
* Ability to successfully communicate and deal with patrons/employees and
venders
* Ability to provide superior customer service to everyone by responding in a
courteous and efficient manner

IV. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

* High School Diploma or GED or appropriate equivalent experience
* Two (2) years of experience as a cook; three (3) years preferred
* Formal Culinary Arts training preferred

V. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND CERTIFICATES

* Serve safe preferred

VI. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

* Subject to a background investigation and pre-employment drug testing
* Delaware River and bay Authority requires all employees to have direct deposit
with a financial institution or enroll in the payroll card program to receive their bi-
weekly pay
* Required to conform to established dress code while on duty
* Must be willing and available for duty at such hours as required in order to
maintain continuous operation of this facility