Cook

The Vintage; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

A local hospitality group in New Orleans is looking for an experienced Cook to prepare and cook a variety of dishes. The ideal candidate will have previous cooking experience, effectively communicate, and contribute to the team's success. Key responsibilities include ensuring food safety, managing food quality, and responding to guest feedback. Join us in creating exceptional dining experiences!

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a restaurant cook preferred.
• ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification (or must be willing to attain).
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and clean food preparation areas to ensure safe food-handling practices.
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking quality and rotating stock.
• Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperatures.
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment.
• Respond to guest feedback with appropriate urgency.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to lift 30+ lbs

Ability to work standing for 8+ hours

Education

ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification

Job description

Overview

Join OPHG, a leading local and independent hospitality group in New Orleans, known for owning, operating, and innovating diverse restaurant concepts.

We foster a top-notch employee culture focused on your success. Our proven systems and accountable approach ensure tangible results.

We're seeking passionate individuals to be a part of our team and contribute to our unique guest experiences and thriving business models.

Your success is our success—we invite you to be a part of it.

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

Complete our short application today!