Cook

Greatwestern Dining; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Greatwestern Dining in Wisconsin is looking for a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals at our dining service location. The ideal candidate will be adept in following recipes, managing multiple tasks in a busy kitchen, and ensuring food safety regulations are met.

The Cook will work collaboratively with the kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food presentation and service. This position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for advancement within our growing company.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as cook.
• Familiarity with various cooking procedures and methods.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Prepare and portion food items for various meal periods.
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before serving.

Skills

Cooking procedures and methods

Teamwork

Communication skills

Sanitation procedures

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Great Western Dining Service is a forward-thinking food service management company that recognizes the profound impact of exceptional cuisine. We believe that food fosters connection, cultivates the community, and creates enduring memories.

We are committed to cultivating a professional environment that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Our diverse team members are empowered to contribute fresh perspectives and inspired ideas, resulting in distinctive and memorable dining experiences for our guests.

As we continue to grow, we are proud to provide accelerated career advancement opportunities for dedicated and driven team members.

Cook

Great Western Dining Service at our [INSERT UNIVERSITY NAME AND LOCATION], location is looking for a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals. An excellent cook must be able to follow instructions. They must be deft in moving around the kitchen and apt in multi-tasking. Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is important.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
• Prepare, portion, cook food items for various meal periods or special events
• Ability to follow basic recipes and production information
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Follow all company HACCP and safety policies

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience as cook
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Very good communication skills

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Requirements

Physical requirements of the job

• Continuous standing/walking and other means of mobility up to 8 hours a day
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push/pull and frequently lift/move up to 30 pounds