Cook

Levy Restaurants, Inc.; Running Springs (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Instapay (early wages)

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Program

Discount Marketplace

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Levy Restaurants, Inc. is seeking a skilled Cook for Snow Valley Ski Resort in California. This seasonal, part-time role requires weekend and holiday availability and pays starting at $21 per hour, with a range of $21–$23 per hour.

The cook will prepare and plate meals in a fast-paced grab-and-go kitchen, following recipes and maintaining food quality and safety. Flexibility and stamina are important for a busy seasonal operation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook in a restaurant environment.
• Experience using cutting tools, cookware and kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and food safety guidelines.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and respond to questions.
• Prepare high-quality food according to recipes and standards.
• Ensure correct portioning and serving temperatures.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation per HACCP standards.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment.

Skills

Cook experience

Kitchen equipment

Food safety

Team player

Communication

Job description

Levy Sector

Position Title: Cook - Snow Valley Ski Resort

Pay Range: $21.00 to $23.00

Must Be 18 Years or Older

Seasonal Position

Weekends and Holiday are a Requirement.

Starting at $21/hour

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Cook to participate in a fast-paced grab and go kitchen environment. A Cook in the position will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of meals, ensuring that the food is of high quality, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cooking, excellent culinary skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

To succeed in this role, a cook must be able to follow instructions in cooking and delivering well‑prepared meals. They must be deft in moving around the kitchen and apt in multi‑tasking. Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is also important. This position requires schedule flexibility and requires availability during all major holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Greets, directs and responds to guest questions and needs in a timely manner
• Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions
• Serves meals by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
• Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
• Stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food‑handling procedures.
• Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards.
• Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed.
• Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Attends in-service and safety meetings.
• Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
• Personal commitment to your own safety and that of others.
• Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:
  • The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
  • The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
  • The use of slip‑resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.
  • Ensure the venue is always Show Ready (Clean, sanitary in accordance with County Health Inspectors and Diversey Inspector Lists)
  • Maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers.
  • Work closely with the Cashiers to ensure quality food presentations for all guests

Skills And Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook in a restaurant environment
• Experience in using cutting tool, cookware and other kitchen equipment
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling, etc.)
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures per company and county guidelines
• Ability to work as a team
• Great communication skills
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time

Levy is a member of Compass Group USA

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Associates Of Levy Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits.

• Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings both through the EVEN app
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Program
• Discount Marketplace
• Employee Assistance Program

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From the stadium to the head table, Levy leverages unbridled creativity, custom strategies, impeccable service, and true love for great food to create unforgettable experiences. Founded in Chicago 40 years ago as a Delicatessen, Levy now finds itself as a leading presence in the Food, Beverage, and Retail industry across 200 plus Entertainment, Sports, and Restaurant venues across the country.

For more information on what we are about as a company, check us out by following the link below: http://www.levyrestaurants.com/who-we-are/