Cook

Great Western Dining Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Western Dining Service at Newman University in Wichita, KS is seeking a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals. The ideal candidate can follow instructions, work efficiently in a busy kitchen, and adapt to various ingredients and techniques.

Responsibilities include setting up stations, preparing and cooking food for different meal periods, ensuring proper portioning, presentation, and strict sanitation. Equal opportunity employer; teamwork and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a 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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Proven experience as cook

Knowledge of various cookingProcedures

Familiarity with commercial kitchen

Ability to follow sanitation

Team player

Strong communication

Job description

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 Newman University in Wichita, KS, 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