Cook

HMSHost; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HMSHost in Denver, Colorado is looking for a Cook responsible for preparing a variety of food items while ensuring safety and quality. The role involves following recipes, operating kitchen equipment, and maintaining cleanliness in a busy environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience in food preparation and a good understanding of HACCP standards. The position offers competitive pay, health benefits, and opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of cooking experience in a restaurant environment.
• Ability to follow recipes and safety standards.
• Comfortable speaking with customers and interpreting instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items according to recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of workstations.
• Estimate food requirements and manage inventory.

Skills

Food preparation skills

Knowledge of HACCP standards

Experience in high volume dining

Ability to lift and move 40 pounds

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Advantages of a Career at HMSHost

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.

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, follows menus, estimates food requirements, checks production and keeps 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V)

Drug Free Workplace (DFW)