Cook

South Suburban Park and Recreation District; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free use of fitness centers and pools

Paid sick leave

Flexible schedules

Opportunities for training and career-

Job summary

South Suburban Park and Recreation District is hiring a part-time Cook in Centennial, CO. The role prepares made-from-scratch items, portions food before cooking, and garnishes plates for a high-volume operation. The position reviews recipes and follows time schedules to ensure quality and safety.

Ideal candidates will read recipes accurately, work well under pressure, and maintain professional interaction with guests and staff while adhering to health standards.

Qualifications

• Must be 17 years of age or older.
• Able to read recipes and replicate food production procedures.
• Able to follow directions in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen.
• Proficient with weights and measures; math skills.
• Able to follow meal prep and serving schedules.
• Capable of multitasking and handling the public professionally.
• Excellent verbal communication and teamwork.
• Knowledge of health standards and compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot items from scratch.
• Prepare and portion foods prior to cooking; plate and garnish dishes.
• Maintain proper food quality and presentation across kitchen stations.
• Follow safety, portioning, and sanitation protocols.

Skills

Food prep

High-volume cook

Recipe following

Time management

Communication

Job description

Job Description

Cook Part-Time

Application Closing Deadline: Ongoing/Open.

This is an ongoing recruitment process, with no specific closing date. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis.

$17.85 - $22.75 per hour

Do you have a passion for food and want more experience working in a professional kitchen? Join our team and prepare made-from-scratch recipes that provide exceptional dining experience for our guests! The Cook is responsible for accurately and efficiently cooking meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. Also performs other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Will have knowledge of food preparation and production for volume restaurant.
• Will have the ability to read recipes and memorize and replicate food production procedures.
• Will have the ability to understand and follow direction from others and is able to work well in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment.
• Possesses a clear understanding of weights and measures and have proficient math skills.
• Must have the ability to follow time schedules for meal preparation and serving.
• Must have the ability to perform multiple functions at once and the ability to handle the public in a friendly and professional manner.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively verbally; establish and maintain working relationships with employees and the public.
• Will have knowledge of health standards and ability to communicate effectively. Ability to comply with the Health Department and other governmental agency regulations, policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 17 years of age or older.

The job description above covers the main duties of this position. Please note, as a team member, there may be additional responsibilities that are required to meet ongoing needs of the department.

Employee Benefits & Perks at South Suburban

• FREE use of District fitness centers and swimming pools
• Discounts on recreation classes and golf (applicable to employees working 14+ hours/week)
• Paid sick leave
• Opportunities for training and promotion from within
• Flexible schedules
• To view a complete listing of the District's most current benefit package, please visit http://careers.ssprd.org

About Us

Our mission is to foster healthy living through stewardship of the environment, parks, trails, and open space by providing recreational services and programs.

We serve residents in Bow Mar, Columbine Valley, Centennial west of I-25, Littleton, Lone Tree and Sheridan and unincorporated portions of Douglas, Jefferson and Arapahoe counties. We operate four full-service recreation centers, golf courses, outdoor pools and restaurants, two ice centers and miniature golf courses, a botanical garden event center, a BMX track, a sports dome, batting cages, an entertainment center, a hotel and a nature center. In addition, we maintain nearly 3,800 acres of developed and open space land, including 119 multi-purpose athletic fields, more than 100 parks, nearly 80 miles of trails, 60 playgrounds, 56 tennis courts, and the 880-acre South Platte Park.

Required Experience

Keyword: Cook