Cook- Aletitude- $18/hr | GRR Airport

Paradies Lagardère; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cook to deliver exceptional dining experiences. In this role, you will prepare high-quality meals while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment. Your attention to detail and ability to work under pressure will be key to exceeding service standards. Join a dynamic team where your culinary skills will shine, and contribute to creating memorable moments for guests. If you're passionate about food and customer service, this opportunity is perfect for you to grow in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of cooking experience in a high volume restaurant.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high quality meals while ensuring cleanliness and safety.
• Assist with ordering and planning food supplies as needed.

Skills

Customer Service

Multi-tasking

Attention to Detail

Food Safety Knowledge

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

High School diploma or GED

Culinary School Training

Job description

Position Description Summary

The Cook provides a supreme dining experience to guests by preparing high quality meals. The Cook's main goal is to ensure that guests will always enjoy exceptional dining experiences. Cleanliness of the food service area and equipment is a top priority in this position. The Cook's responsibility will include maintenance of a safe work environment and proper food and supply storage. The Cook must be able to work well under pressure, be detail-oriented, and have the ability to multi-task.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Exceed First Class Service standards and behavior with every guest, business partner, and peers.
• Follow recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, and serving food items.
• Accountable for compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations including those relating to food safety.
• Sample products, follow menus, estimate food requirements, check production, and keep records to accurately plan production requirements and requisition supplies and equipment as needed.
• Practice excellent food safety and sanitation practices.
• Regularly restock all kitchen supplies and food items required for service.
• Assist with ordering and planning food supplies.
• Report necessary equipment repair and maintenance to management.
• Assist with training new cooks and other restaurant staff and offer assistance as needed.
• Monitor proper rotation and dating of prepped and food items.
• Maintain a clean organized work environment that is free of safety hazards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; Training from a culinary school will be an asset.
• Requires a minimum of 1 year of closely related cooking experience, work experience in a high volume or fast casual dining restaurant environment preferred.
• Requires the ability to speak, read, and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with customers.
• Food handler's card may be required according to local and/or state regulations.
• Able to work unsupervised for extensive periods, and to demonstrate good judgment when dealing with guests.
• Ability to work various shifts in a 7/365 team-oriented environment.
• Excellent customer service skills and an ability to communicate effectively.
• Self-starter able to prioritize and handle various tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and unexpected situations.
• Proficiency required in reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs, perform essential job functions such as standing, bending, reaching, climbing on a ladder, and walking long distances.
• Standing for long periods of time and the ability to work in an environment with varying temperatures.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Retail and Restaurants