Cook

Garden of the Gods Resort and Club; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Colorado Springs seeks a skilled cook to assist with food production and meal service. Responsibilities include checking production needs, maintaining cleanliness, and collaborating with the kitchen team. Ideal candidates will have excellent knife skills and culinary experience, ensuring high-quality food service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years job-related experience.
• Ability to butcher meats and fishes to specifications.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily production lists assigned by the Chef.
• Ensure all food is prepared in accordance with standard recipes.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment.

Skills

Knife Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Education

Job description

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Position Purpose & Summary

To complete daily production lists assigned by the Chef or sous chefs based on house counts. To assist with all aspects of food production. To perform meal service and banquet production. To check production needs for the following day. Also, is a liaison between heart of the house and front of the house.

Position Purpose & Summary

To complete daily production lists assigned by the Chef or sous chefs based on house counts. To assist with all aspects of food production. To perform meal service and banquet production. To check production needs for the following day. Also, is a liaison between heart of the house and front of the house.

Essential Functions

• Check with sous chef on daily objectives.
• Works collaboratively with the other cooks to accomplish daily tasks
• Ensures all food is prepared and presented in accordance with the standard recipes and presentations established by the chefs
• Communicates production needs for the next day with chef or sous chef
• Cleans and organizes workstation. Maintains a clean and sanitary work environment in accordance with local and state regulations
• Performs banquet and line functions as directed by the chefs
• Ensures workstation is properly stocked using mis en place technique for banquets or the ala carte line.
• Sets up and maintains a station during service
• Deliver "I Am Proud" service standards and department-specific signature touch points.
• Establish cross-departmental channels of communication among teammates that are consistent and complete.
  
  

Additional Duties And Responsibilities

• Communicate food and supply needs to the chefs
• Communicate with front of house on daily features service needs
• Report any equipment maintenance issues.
• Practice teamwork always
• Greet every guest, member, and team member with "I Am Proud" standards and set a positive tone for every interaction.
• Provide extraordinary service that is "Enriching by Nature."
• Embrace, embody, demonstrate, and encourage wellness and the STRATA virtues through interactions, performance, and commitments.
• Uphold the Garden of the Gods Resort and Club's brand, culture, vision, mission, and values.
• Be empowered to make things go right if they go wrong.
• Give the guest/member a fond farewell.
• Address feedback by utilizing the LEARN Model.
• Demonstrate a professional appearance and be attentive to what matters most.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Observe and adhere to safety guidelines.
  
  

Marginal Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Interface positively with other departments, offering assistance when needed.
• Displays care in use of equipment and maintains an organized and professional work environment.
  
  

Position Requirements

• Minimum Knowledge & Skills:
• Requires thorough knowledge of a specialized or technical field. Excellent knife skills are required. Ability to butcher meats and fishes to specifications. Ability to make all sauces required for menus. Must be able to cook proteins to proper temperature. Must be able to manage all stations in the savory kitchen. Advanced knowledge to execute features/specials on a regular basis. Ability to assist in ordering and inventory practices. Responsible for upkeep of all storage areas.
  
  

• Formal Education and Job-Related Experience:
• This position requires a minimum formal education of a high school diploma or equivalent, and a minimum of five years job-related experience, and or culinary education.
• Michelin star, James beard awarded kitchen experience preferred.
• License, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
• Colorado Food Handler Certification / Card
  

External And Internal Personal Contact

• Communications:
• Daily - Orders from guests, servers for information on menu items
• Weekly - ordering needs for the line or banquets
• Occasionally - Participate in one-on-one coaching sessions.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: This position requires continuous teamwork as well as internal and cross-departmental communication.
  

Additional Licenses And/or Certifications Required

YES

NO

Valid Driver's License

X

CPR Certification

X

Food Protection Manager Certification

X

Food Handler Certification

X

Alcohol Server/Seller Certification

X

Position Analysis/Specifications

N/A

(Not Applicable)

OCCASIONAL

FREQUENTLY

Sitting

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Bending Over

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Crouching

X

Kneeling

X

Balancing

X

Pushing / Pulling

X

Lifting / Carrying

10 lbs. or less

X

11 to 25 lbs.

X

26 to 50 lbs.

X

51 to 70 lbs.

X

Manual Dexterity

X

Fine Motor Skills

X

Gross Motor Skills

X

Eye / Hand Coordination

X

Near Vision

Far Vision

Color Recognition

X

Hearing

Environmental Factors

Environmental factors may include indoor setting with overhead lighting and comfortable ventilation. May occasionally be called upon to work in all areas of the property, both inside and outside, possibly in inclement weather.

YES

NO

Working Outside

X

Working Inside

X

Working Alone

X

Working Closely with Others

X

Excessive Cold / Heat

X

Excessive Humidity / Dampness

X

Noise / Vibrations

X

Working Above Ground

X

Working Below Ground

X

Working with Chemicals / Detergents / Cleaners

X

Working Around Fumes / Smoke / Gas

X

Walking on Uneven Surfaces

X

Operating Motorized Equipment or Vehicles

X

Working Around/Near Machinery/Motorized Equipment

X

Climbing on Scaffolds or Ladders

X

Continuous use with a Computer and Keyboard

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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