Cook

villageinncareers; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Village Inn is seeking a Kitchen Team Member in Mentor, OH to produce and maintain quality menu items per recipes and specifications. You will ensure safety, sanitation, and timeliness while following procedures and standards.

Responsibilities include preparing items, portioning accurately, stocking supplies, and maintaining a clean, organized station. Must be flexible to work nights, days, weekends, and holidays, and be a team player focused on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and balance fluctuating workload.
• Ability to work and communicate well with others.
• Attention to detail and ability to take initiative a must.
• Responsible behavior and professional image.
• Must have a positive attitude.
• Safe food handling and safety is always a top priority.
• Must be a team player.

Responsibilities

• Timeliness- Station ready to work at scheduled time and you are in proper uniform.
• Pace- Brisk and steady, organized, no unnecessary steps.
• Recipe Adherence -- 100% recipe knowledge when prepping or assisting with any other production step.
• Portioning -- Use scales, measuring spoons, recipe cards and perform portion control tests.
• Cleanliness -- Maintain the kitchen and all of its equipment to a "like new" condition. Practice clean as you go!
• Productivity -- Your productivity is measured, not only by the quality of what you do, but by the quantity of work you complete in a specific time period.
• Organization skills are a must
• Think ahead -- Stock supplies before the rush
• Teamwork
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to all OSHA guidelines
• Safe food handling
• Receiving, rotating and stocking food
• Prep support as needed

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Attention to detail

Professional image

Positive attitude

Food safety

Team player

Job description

Job Summary:

To produce and maintain the quality of menu items assigned to your station according to the company's menu recipes and specifications. To ensure the company's safety, sanitation and food standards are met according to recipes, procedures, quality and timeliness.

Job Responsibilities:

• Timeliness- Station ready to work at scheduled time and you are in proper uniform
• Pace- Brisk and steady, organized, no unnecessary steps
• Recipe Adherence -- 100% recipe knowledge when prepping or assisting with any other production step
• Portioning -- Use scales, measuring spoons, recipe cards and perform portion control tests
• Cleanliness -- Maintain the kitchen and all of its equipment to a "like new" condition. Practice clean as you go!
• Productivity -- Your productivity is measured, not only by the quality of what you do, but by the quantity of work you complete in a specific time period
• Organization skills are a must
• Think ahead -- Stock supplies before the rush
• Teamwork
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to all OSHA guidelines
• Safe food handling
• Receiving, rotating and stocking food
• Prep support as needed

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and balance fluctuating workload
• Ability to work and communicate well with others
• Attention to detail and ability to take initiative a must
• Responsible behavior and professional image
• Must have a positive attitude
• Safe food handling and safety is always a top priority
• Must be a team player

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of work or related experience preferred
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays