Cook

Elior Group; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedules

Uniform shirt provided

Paid meals for eligible shifts

Employee discount on food and in the g

ift shop

Parking provided

Job summary

Elior North America is seeking an experienced Cook for our Tacoma, WA location in the Dining & Events division. You will join a fast-paced kitchen team, focus on quality, portion control, and scratch cooking to deliver high-quality meals in a guest-focused environment.

This role emphasizes safe food handling, attention to detail, and the ability to work well under pressure. Previous culinary experience and customer service know-how are required, with part-time onsite scheduling and opportunities

Qualifications

• At least one year’s prior culinary experience in a high-volume establishment with scratch cooking.
• Working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to multitask in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to use kitchen equipment and identify food items.
• Customer service experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Quality and portion control.
• Food preparation.
• Creative food presentation.
• Ensuring food is stored properly.
• Following safe food handling policies, procedures and recipes.

Skills

Culinary experience

High-volume kitchen

Scratch cooking

Customer service

Attention to detail

Job description

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Job Reference Number: 44220
Employment Type:Part-Time,Onsite
Segment: Dining & Events
Brand: Lancer-Hospitality
Location: Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add an experienced Cook to work with a highly motivated and energetic kitchen staff in our Tacoma, WA location for our Dining & Events division. As a cook for Lancer-Hospitality, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, efficient environment and cook delicious meals. If you are driven, passionate about preparing and serving high quality meals, and are looking for an organization that promotes your personal growth, this could be the right role for you. Please read on!

What you'll be doing:

• Quality and portion control
• Food preparation
• Creative food presentation
• Ensuring food is stored properly
• Following safe food handling policies, procedures and recipes

What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

• At least one years’ prior culinary experience in a quality and high-volume establishment with an emphasis on scratch cooking
• Working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to use various kitchen equipment and tools as well as identify and differentiate food items.
• Customer service experience is required.

Nice-to-haves:

Where you'll be working:

Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

Compensation Range

$18-19 per hour

• Weekly Pay
• Flexible Schedules
• Uniform shirt provided
• Paid meal for eligible shifts
• Employee discount on food and in the gift shop
• Potential for long-term employment
• Parking provided
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About Lancer:

Lancer Hospitality has over 30 years of experience supporting a diverse clientele in a variety of settings with their foodservice needs. Our management experience has allowed us to develop strong, long-lasting, and personal relationships with clients and to build a scope of service that can make a real difference in businesses and communities.

About Elior North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.