Cook

Great Western Dining Service, Inc.; Creston (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Western Dining Service, Inc. is seeking a skilled Cook/Server for our Southwestern Community College location. The ideal candidate can follow instructions, move efficiently in a busy kitchen and multitask to support service periods.

Responsibilities include setting up stations, preparing ingredients, cooking and portioning for meals or events, ensuring attractive presentation, and maintaining HACCP and safety policies in a sanitary kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as cook.
• Knowledge of cooking methods (grilling, baking, boiling).
• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to follow sanitation procedures.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients for cooking (wash, chop, prep).
• Prepare, portion, and cook items for meals or events.
• Follow recipes and production information.
• Present dishes attractively before serving.
• Maintain sanitary, orderly kitchen.
• Store food and supplies properly.
• Follow HACCP and safety policies.

Skills

Cook experience

Cooking procedures

Kitchen equipment

Sanitation procedures

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

Great Western Dining Service is a forward-thinking food service management company that recognizes the profound impact of exceptional cuisine. We believe that food fosters connection, cultivates the community, and creates enduring memories.

We are committed to cultivating a professional environment that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Our diverse team members are empowered to contribute fresh perspectives and inspired ideas, resulting in distinctive and memorable dining experiences for our guests.

As we continue to grow, we are proud to provide accelerated career advancement opportunities for dedicated and driven team members.

Cook

Great Western Dining Service at our Southwestern Community College location is looking for a skilled Cook/Server. An excellent cook/server must be able to follow instructions. They must be deft in moving around the kitchen and apt in multi-tasking. Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is important.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
• Prepare, portion, cook food items for various meal periods or special events
• Ability to follow basic recipes and production information
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Follow all company HACCP and safety policies

Skills And Qualifications

• Proven experience as cook
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Very good communication skills

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Requirements

Physical requirements of the job:

• Continuous standing/walking and other means of mobility up to 8 hours a day
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push/pull and frequently lift/move up to 30 pounds