Cook

Give Kids The World, Inc.; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Give Kids The World, Inc. in Kissimmee, FL is seeking a Part-Time Cook to assist in our busy kitchen under the Senior Cook and Executive Chef. You will prepare, assemble and plate dishes while maintaining cleanliness, safety and food quality.

The role requires a High School Diploma or higher, at least one year in food service, and basic knife skills. ServSafe training is preferred. English proficiency and teamwork are essential for guest-focused service in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of commercial kitchen operations and safety procedures.
• Ability to read and measure recipes and follow specifications.
• Basic knife skills and cooking techniques.
• Experience in food service and teamwork.
• English reading/writing proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation: cook, assemble, and plate dishes.
• Restock kitchen supplies and ensure clean, sanitary workstations.
• Assist with receiving deliveries and proper storage; rotate inventory (FIFO).
• Assist with serving food and stocking dining areas as needed.
• Support kitchen setup/breakdown and communicate needs to management.

Skills

Kitchen safety

Food preparation

Knife skills

Food safety

Reading recipes

Teamwork

English proficiency

Punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or greater

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Cook# CookGive Kids The World - Kissimmee, FL 34746## OverviewPosition TypePart TimeJob ShiftAnyCategoryHospitality - Hotel## Description**SUMMARY OF OVERALL PURPOSE**Under guidelines of the Senior Cook and the Executive Chef, the Cook performs kitchen tasks, including preparation, assembly, and clean up as required in the Give Kids The World kitchens to ensure the operations run smoothly. This position prepares food offerings to exact standards indicated by the Senior Cook, and the Executive Chef with a focus on guest satisfaction, food safety and sanitation, quality control, cleanliness, and productivity.**KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES****Cooking*** Assist in the food preparation process by performing the tasks required.* Prepare, assemble, and cook food offerings.* Restocks all kitchen supplies and food items required.* Clean and sanitize food preparation workstations.* Follow all health and safety requirements related to the food preparation process.**Serving*** Assist with serving food as needed.* Stock food court serving lines with clean/sanitized dishes, utensils, etc. as needed.**Support*** Assist with receiving food products as needed.* Assist with the unloading of deliveries and their proper storage.* Ensure all products are rotating on a first-in, first-out philosophy.* Transfer meal ingredients from storage areas to the kitchens as directed.* Assist with the set-up and breakdown of dining areas as directed.* Communicate kitchen needs to the Food& Beverage management.**Guest Service*** Coordinate the fulfillment of special need requests.* Ensure the presentation of food items meets the requirements.**All other duties as assigned.****PHYSICAL DEMANDS BEYOND NORMAL WORK ENVIRONMENT*** Regularly required to walk, stand, bend, stoop, reach, balance, use hands and arms for extended periods of time.* Able to work in kitchen areas, with exposure to humidity, steam and extreme temperatures.* Work in all weather conditions.* Ability to lift up to 50+ pounds, unassisted.* Ability to work a flexible schedule, to include rotating shifts, nights, weekends and/or extended hours of work.## Qualifications**SKILLS, COMPETENCIES, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE*** Knowledge of commercial kitchen operations and machinery.* Knowledge of safety procedures, including safe temperatures at which ingredients must be kept and to which food must be prepared to avoid foodborne illness.* Able to read and measure recipes.* Knowledge of weights and measures* Able to apply basic knife skills required for preparation.* Basic knowledge, understanding and application of various cooking techniques.* Basic knowledge of cooking utensils and equipment, pots, pans, dish ware, silverware, glassware, food slicing machine, knives, oven, grill/stove burners, microwave appliances, brazier, steam kettles* Committed to quality, safety, show and service excellence for all guests.* Strong organizational skills and detail oriented.* Punctual and reliable.* Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.* Able to work in a team.* Must be able to speak, read and write English.* Ability to operate a motorized vehicle, including battery operated golf cart.* Valid driver's license and clean driving record.* Must meet acceptable attendance and punctuality requirements, which are essential functions for the position.* High School Diploma or greater.* At least one year of experience in food services outlets.* .ServSafe training, preferred.