Cook - 12 month contract

Marquise; Unionville (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Marquise is seeking a Cook on a 12-month contract with the possibility to become permanent full time. Experience as a restaurant cook or prep cook is required, with food safety certification and a cooking school certificate.

The role involves preparing and cooking products, setting up mise en place for high volume production, maintaining cleanliness, labeling and rotating inventory, and coordinating with other departments. Strong communication and physical fitness are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience in restaurant or prep cook roles.
• Food safety certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients and equipment.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately.
• Familiar with industry best practices.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
• Prepare mise en place for high volume production.
• Clean kitchen equipment after use per health and safety policies.
• Label, date, store and rotate food and beverage products.
• Communicate effectively with other departments.
• Report maintenance issues or accidents to the supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety certification

Cooking school certificate

Cooking methods knowledge

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Education

Cooking school certificate

Food safety certification

Job description

Description

Cook - 12 month contract with possibility to become permanent full time

Cook experience required

Prepares food in accordance with applicable corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
• Prepare "mise en place" (setting in place of foods, garnishes, sauces, dishes, cutlery, etc) and other products as required for high volume production.
• Clean kitchen equipment after use according to health and safety policies and procedures.
• Label, date, store and rotate food and beverage products in appropriate storage areas.
• Communicate effectively with all appropriate operational departments.
• Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Qualifications:

Think you have what it takes to be one of our Cooks? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role:

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a restaurant cook or prep cook.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.
• Familiar with industry’s best practices.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.