Cook

The Hoppy Gnome; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hoppy Gnome is seeking a full-time Cook to join our culinary team in Fort Wayne. You will prepare lunch and/or dinners, plan menus with the kitchen leadership, and ensure food safety and sanitation standards are followed.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, culinary training, or on-the-job training, and at least one year of food preparation experience. Must be able to follow established recipes and menus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of food preparation experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent or higher.
• Graduate of culinary institute or formal training a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lunch and/or dinners.
• Meal planning in conjunction with general manager & Kitchen manager.
• Review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Assure that all food procedures are followed.
• Coordinate food service with other departments as necessary.
• Assist with the purchase and inventory of the food supply.
• Follow all sanitation guidelines.
• Become familiar with new menu items/dishes.

Skills

Food preparation experience

Cooking skills

Menu following ability

Sanitation knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Culinary training or on-the-job training a plus

Job description

We are currently seeking a full time Cook.

Major responsibilities include:

• Prepare lunch and/or dinners
• Meal planning in conjunction with general manager & Kitchen manager
• Review menus prior to preparation of food
• Assure that all food procedures are followed
• Coordinate food service with other departments as necessary
• Assist with the purchase and inventory of the food supply
• Follow all sanitation guidelines
• Become familiar with new menu items/dishes

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of a culinary institute, military school or formal on-the-job training a plus
• Minimum of 1 year of food preparation experience required
• Experience with quantity food preparation preferred
• Demonstrate cooking skills and ability to follow established menus and recipes
• Knowledge of proper nutritional requirements