Cook

Dufry Careers; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 27,276 - 38,848; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Meal and transportation benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee assistance program

Career growth opportunities

Referral program

Job summary

HMSHost at Denver International Airport is seeking a Cook to prepare cooked foods across Fry, Flat Top Griddle, Pantry, and eggs; communicating ticket times to the manager on duty and servers as necessary to ensure the highest quality service in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires at least 1 year of related cooking experience and knowledge of HACCP standards; it involves lifting up to 40 pounds and standing during shifts.

Qualifications

• Requires food preparation skills and knowledge of HACCP standards.
• Requires a minimum of 1 year of closely related cooking experience; high volume and casual dining experience preferred.
• Requires knowledge of soups, broiler, fry, and pantry.

Responsibilities

• Follows recipes and prepares items across Fry, Flat Top, Pantry, and eggs.
• Communicates ticket times and potential problems to the manager on duty and servers.
• Cleans and sanitizes workstations and equipment; adheres to HACCP standards.
• Stocks, dates, rotates, and checks temperature of products.

Skills

Food prep

HACCP knowledge

Cooking experience

Kitchen safety

Customer communication

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.
• 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, Séaut, 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Drug Free Workplace (DFW)

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