Cook

Libertytrusthotel; Roanoke (VA); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Tuition and Student Loan Reimbursement

401(k) plan

Job summary

A local hospitality establishment in Roanoke, Virginia, is seeking a dedicated Cook to join the culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food preparation and will work collaboratively with kitchen staff to create high-quality meals. Responsibilities include maintaining kitchen cleanliness, preparing food products, and adhering to safety protocols. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and preferably have a Serve Safe Employee Certification. This position may require working nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Experience in food production or kitchen operations preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up kitchen and maintain cleanliness.
• Assist in food production and plating.
• Follow safety and sanitation policies.

Skills

Knowledge of proper cleaning and sanitation procedures

Ability to follow recipes and culinary procedures

Good organizational skills and attention to detail

Good analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to function well in a high-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Serve Safe Employee Certification

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for food preparation and presentation, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. As a Cook, you will collaborate with kitchen staff to create delicious and high-quality meals that align with our standards and delight our customers. A complete job description is included below.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance, group life and long term disability insurance, Flex Spending Account and Dependent Care Account, Tuition and Student Loan Reimbursement, as well as 401(k) plan.

We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. This is a position which will require work on weekends, nights and holidays. Please, no phone calls about this job.

EOE/AA. We provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, or disability.

Job Summary:

The Cook position is an entry level cook who can operate at least one of 3 stations in the kitchen. Reliability and a willingness to learn are prerequisites.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Set up kitchen
• Restocking and maintaining cleanliness of kitchen area
• Production of food products on station
• Operation of relative kitchen equipment and tools
• Breakdown and clean-up of kitchen
• Washing dishes, pots, and pans related kitchen production
• Ability to plate food products to specification
• Follow departmental policies and procedures.
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies and procedures
• Sanitize all cleaning tools including mops, brooms, etc, at end of shift
• Maintain a friendly and professional attitude when interacting with guests and fellow staff members
• Assist other departments when needed to ensure optimum service to guests.
• Performs other duties as assigned. The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of proper cleaning and sanitation procedures
• Ability to follow recipes and culinary procedures
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Serve Safe Employee Certification preferred or achieved in first 3 months
• Food and Beverage service experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Able to stand for prolonged periods
• Able to climb stairs
• Able to walk kitchen and service public areas
• Able to twist, bend, reach and pull
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds