Cook

Avolta (old); Denver (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vacation Time

401(k) with Company Match

Meal Benefits

Transportation Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Training & Career Growth

Referral Bonus

Job summary

HMSHost at Denver International Airport is hiring a Cook to prepare cooked foods across Fry, Flat Top Griddle, Pantry, and eggs stations. You will communicate ticket times to management and ensure high-quality service for customers and staff.

This non-exempt role requires reliable, efficient performance in a fast-paced setting. Essential duties include following recipes, managing production, maintaining sanitation per HACCP, and operating varied kitchen equipment.

Qualifications

• Requires 1 year of cooking experience or more.
• Knowledge of HACCP standards is required.
• Ability to read and follow instructions and policies.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare foods according to recipes and product directions for a variety of stations.
• Communicate ticket times and issues to the manager on duty and servers.
• Maintain clean and sanitized workstations and equipment.
• Follow HACCP and food safety practices at all times.
• Operate kitchen equipment and measure, mix, and prep ingredients.

Skills

Food preparation

HACCP knowledge

High volume kitchen

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Job description

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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
• 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: $24.00

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:

• 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
• Tastes products, follow menus, estimate food requirements, check production and keep records in order to accurately plan production requirements and requisition supplies and equipment as needed
• Cleans and sanitizes workstations and equipment
• Practices excellent food safety and sanitation practices and complies with HACCP standards
• Operates a variety of kitchen equipment, Measures and mixes ingredients, washes, peels, cuts and shreds fruits and vegetables
• Stocks, dates, rotates, and checks temperature of product

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment:

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

Compensation & Benefits for Full-Time Associates:

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

To learn more about HMSHost and additional career opportunities, visit https://www.hmshost.com/.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Drug Free Workplace (DFW)

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