Cook

Cornucopiaeugene; Eugene (OR); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornucopiaeugene in Eugene, Oregon is seeking an experienced cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare and cook a variety of dishes for guests, bringing passion for quality and consistency to every plate.

The ideal candidate will have ServeSafe or Food Handler certification (or willingness to obtain), strong communication, and the ability to lift 30+ pounds and stand for long shifts.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a restaurant cook preferred.
• ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification (or must be willing to attain)
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to lift 30+ lbs
• Ability to work standing for 8+ hours

Responsibilities

• Inspect and clean food preparation areas to ensure sanitary practices.
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking quality and rotating stock.
• Regulate oven, broiler, grill, and roaster temperatures to cook foods safely.
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
• Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking.
• Respond to guest feedback with appropriate urgency and professionalism

Skills

Cook experience

ServeSafe certification

Communication skills

Lift 30+ lbs

Stand 8+ hours

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Cook to join our team! You will be preparing and cooking a variety of dishes for restaurant guests to enjoy.

You are passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences through good, quality food. With previous experience as a cook, you are able to manage multiple priorities and contribute to a friendly and productive team atmosphere. Ideally, you have your ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock
• Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperature by regulating the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience
• Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking
• Respond to guest feedback with appropriate urgency and professionalism

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a restaurant cook preferred
• ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification (or must be willing to attain)
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to lift 30+ lbs
• Ability to work standing for 8+ hours