Cook

HMSHost; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an established industry player where you will be responsible for preparing delicious meals in a fast-paced environment. As a Cook, you will showcase your culinary skills by following recipes, ensuring food safety, and providing exceptional service to customers. This role offers a variety of benefits including health insurance, generous paid time off, and opportunities for career growth. If you are passionate about cooking and eager to thrive in a supportive atmosphere, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Health, dental and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Holiday pay

Meal and Transportation Benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Company paid life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Training and career growth opportunities

Referral program

Qualifications

• Requires food preparation skills and HACCP knowledge.
• Minimum of 1 year cooking experience in a high volume restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cooked foods and perform all station functions.
• Maintain cleanliness and follow food safety standards.

Skills

Food preparation skills

Knowledge of HACCP standards

Communication skills

Ability to lift 40 pounds

Experience in high volume dining

Education

1 year of cooking experience

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Knives and utensils

Job description

With a career at HMSHost, you really benefit! We Offer

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)
• Holiday pay
• Meal and Transportation Benefits
• *401(k) retirement plan with company match
• *Company paid life insurance
• *Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Training and exciting career growth opportunities
• Referral program – refer a friend and earn a bonus

*Benefits may vary by position so ask your recruiter for details.

Airport Location: Denver International Airport

Advertised Compensation: $19.50 to $21.00

Summary:

The Cook is responsible for preparing cooked foods, and must be able to perform all station functions of Fry, Flat Top Griddle, Pantry, and cooking eggs; communicating ticket times and potential problems to the manager on duty and servers as necessary; providing the highest quality of service to customers and associates at all times; performs all other responsibilities as directed by the business or as assigned by management. This is a non-exempt position.

Essential Functions:

1. Follows recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving and serving food items which may include soups, meats, vegetables, desserts and other food and beverage products
2. Tastes products, follows menus, estimates food requirements, checks production and keeps records in order to accurately plan production requirements and requisition supplies and equipment as needed
3. Cleans and sanitizes workstations and equipment
4. Practices excellent food safety and sanitation practices and complies with HACCP standards
5. Operates a variety of kitchen equipment, measures and mixes ingredients, washes, peels, cuts and shreds fruits and vegetables
6. Stocks, dates, rotates, and checks temperature of product

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment:

1. Requires food preparation skills and knowledge of HACCP standards
2. Requires a minimum of 1 year of closely related cooking experience, work experience in high volume and casual dining restaurant environment preferred
3. Requires food knowledge pertaining to Soups, Sauté, Broiler, Fry, and Pantry
4. Requires the ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with customers
5. Requires the ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
6. Requires the ability to bend, twist, and stand to perform normal job functions
7. Frequently immerses hands in water and water diluted with chemical solutions
8. Frequently works with sharp knives, utensils, and hot plates
9. Frequently works in hot environment

Compensation & Benefits for Full-Time Associates:

1. Competitive hourly pay within the range of $21.00 to $23.00 per hour
2. Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
3. Vacation and Wellness time
4. Life and Disability insurance, including Company Paid Life Insurance
5. 401k with Company Match
6. Tax-advantaged health accounts (HCFSA and HSA)
7. Other benefit options to help manage the unexpected, including Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Identity Protection, and Legal Plan
8. Access to Work/Life Wellness Support
9. Recognition Programs to Celebrate Work and Life Achievements

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) Drug Free Workplace (DFW)

Source: HMSHost