Cook

Nola's Cookery; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local restaurant in New Orleans is seeking an experienced Cook to prepare and cook a variety of dishes for guests. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences and will be responsible for ensuring safe food-handling practices, monitoring food freshness, and responding to feedback. Previous experience as a cook is preferred, along with strong communication skills and the ability to work efficiently in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a restaurant cook preferred.
• Ability to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and clean food preparation areas to ensure safe practices.
• Ensure freshness of food by rotating stock and checking quality.
• Control cooking temperatures for food safety.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Ability to lift 30+ lbs.

Ability to work standing for 8+ hours

Job description

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.

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
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to lift 30+ lbs.
• Ability to work standing for 8+ hours