Cook

Hersheypark; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Hersheypark admission

Employee discounts

Job summary

Devon Seafood + Steak at Hersheypark is seeking a full-time cook to prepare all menu items according to prep sheets and standardized recipes with speed and quality, in a comfortably upscale dining environment.

You'll plate, garnish, expedite, and work with front-of-house staff to ensure timely service, help develop daily specials, assist with training, and maintain clean, organized workstations. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401K, PTO, and free Hersheypark admission.

Qualifications

• Must have knife skills and speed without sacrificing quality.
• Demonstrates sound decision making in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Familiar with following standardized recipes and prep sheets.
• Maintains clean, safe, and organized workstations.

Responsibilities

• Preparing all food items according to prep sheets and recipes with speed and quality.
• Cooking, plating, garnishing, and expediting food.
• Communicating with front of house to ensure timely service.
• Developing daily specials with the culinary team.
• Assisting with training of staff.
• Maintaining clean and organized work areas.
• Storing food properly and managing inventory with the Kitchen Manager.
• Completing other duties as assigned.

Skills

Knife skills

Decision making

Recipe adherence

Work clean and safe

Education

ServSafe Certification (within 90 days)

Certified Trainer certification (within 90 days)

Job description

Description

Devon Seafood + Steak - Comfortably upscale and refined. Devon provides the perfect atmosphere for guests to enjoy simply prepared seafood sourced globally and premium steaks. Our wine cellar offers an award-winning wine list and handcrafted cocktails that complement a one-of-a-kind dining experience.

This position is responsible for preparing all food items according to prep sheets and standardized recipes with speed and consistency of quality.

As a Full-Time Team Member, you will enjoy sweet perks like FREE admission to Hersheypark, discounts, and more as soon as you receive your Employee ID! Your total compensation consists not only of the wage that you are paid, but also includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage beginning the first day of the next month after you begin working, 401K Contribution, paid time off, and so much more!

Job Duties (Duties marked with an asterisk are essential functions of this job):

Preparing all food items according to prep sheets and standardized recipes with speed and consistency of quality

Cooking, plating, garnishing, and expediting food

Maintaining communication with front of house staff to ensure timely service to the guests

Helping to develop daily specials

Assisting with training

Ensuring that all work areas remain clean and organized

Ensuring that all food products are stored properly

Assist Kitchen Manager with maintaining accurate inventory levels

Completing other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years of age or older

Must have minimum two years industry experience as a Cook

Ability to exhibit proper food handling procedures in accordance with Pennsylvania regulations and obtain ServSafe certification within 90 days

Ability to maintain certification as a Certified Trainer and/or obtain certification within 90 days

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Average to above knife skills

Must demonstrate sound decision making (no disciplinary actions in the past 6 months)

Ability to follow and troubleshoot recipes/menu items with little or no difficulty

Ability to efficiently set up and maintain workstation

Ability to demonstrate the outlet style of cuisine through food tasting and preparation

Ability to handle average amounts of prep work

Ability to work all stations with little or no difficulty and minimal assistance

Ability to work with position, supportive attitude, skill, speed, and cleanliness

Job Demands:

Flexible schedule required with availability for any shift; including days, evenings, split shifts, weekends and holidays

Must meet a minimum of 1950 hours annually (37.5 hours avg. per week)

Physical requirements include standing for long periods of time and ability to lift at least 40 pounds

Must be comfortable working in temperature variations

Proper footwear must be provided by employee

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Hershey Entertainment and Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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