Cook 3, Morimoto Asia

Delaware North; Lake Buena Vista (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Training and development opportunities

Employee discounts

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Delaware North Patina Group, at Morimoto Asia in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, is seeking a Cook 3 to lead in the kitchen. You will plan menus, ensure quality, train staff, and manage equipment and sanitary standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork and cost awareness, with opportunities to contribute to exceptional dining experiences in a high-volume setting. This is a full-time, on-site position with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of previous experience in a back-of-the-house foodservice position.
• Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and recipes.
• Basic math skills, with the ability to calculate and follow recipe measurements.
• No high school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Review menus and customer orders to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared and ensure proper portion sizes and temperatures.
• Keep workstation, coolers, and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and stocked.
• Use waste control guidelines and record waste on spoilage sheet.
• Perform opening, closing, and side work duties and end-of-day inventory.

Skills

Menu planning

Quality standards

Team training

Food safety

Job description

The opportunity

Delaware North's Patina Group is hiring a full-time Cook 3 to join our team at Morimoto Asia in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. As a Cook 3, you will showcase your skills and be a visible leader in the kitchen. Partnering with management team members, you will plan menus, deliver food to quality standards, train kitchen team members, operate kitchen equipment, uphold all health codes and sanitation regulations, and monitor the quantities, labor, and overhead costs. If you want to be part of a team that values teamwork and the joy of creating exceptional dining experiences.

The opportunity

Delaware North's Patina Group is hiring a full-time Cook 3 to join our team at Morimoto Asia in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. As a Cook 3, you will showcase your skills and be a visible leader in the kitchen. Partnering with management team members, you will plan menus, deliver food to quality standards, train kitchen team members, operate kitchen equipment, uphold all health codes and sanitation regulations, and monitor the quantities, labor, and overhead costs. If you want to be part of a team that values teamwork and the joy of creating exceptional dining experiences.

Pay

$19.00 - $21.00 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

What We Offer

We care about our team member's personal and professional well-being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests.

• Weekly pay
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Flexible work schedules

Eligible team members may also receive: health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation days and holidays, paid parental bonding leave, employee assistance program, and tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement.

What will you do?

• Review menus and customer orders to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared and comply with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies, and procedures, ensuring proper food temperatures are maintained, food is stored correctly, the freshness and quality of all menu items, and packages all products to proper specifications
• Keep workstation, coolers, and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked , as well as maintaining the kitchen and storage facilities in a sanitary condition
• Use waste control guidelines and record all waste on the spoilage sheet
• Perform opening, closing, and side work duties and end-of-day inventory in accordance with guidelines

More About You

• At least 2 years of previous experience in a back-of-the-house foodservice position
• Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and recipes
• Basic math skills, with the ability to calculate and follow recipe measurements
• No high school diploma or GED required

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs to and from freezers and ovens, reach up to seven feet, twist, bend, and squat
• Standing and walking for the entire length of shift in moderate to high noise levels
• Manual ability to chop, mix, blend, whip a variety of foods and liquids and operate kitchen equipment
• Exposed to variable temperatures

Shift details

• Days
• Evenings
• On call
• Holidays
• Weekends
• OT as needed

Who We Are

Morimoto Asia is a vibrant pan-Asian dining destination led by the renowned Iron Chef, Masaharu Morimoto. Located at Disney Springs in a breathtaking two-story space, the restaurant combines modern elegance with cultural authenticity. Guests can enjoy a variety of experiences, from stylish lounges to intimate private dining rooms, with a menu that showcases an innovative blend of Asian flavors, crafted with precision and creativity, making every visit an immersive and unforgettable experience.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you're not just part of a team - you're part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can't love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you're interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we're invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we're shaping the future of hospitality - come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.