Cook (baking/pastry specialty)

Cowlitz Indian Tribe; Ridgefield (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ilani in Ridgefield, WA is seeking a Prep Cook to join its culinary team, delivering high-quality meals in a fast-paced environment where teamwork and guest satisfaction matter. You will assist chefs, prep ingredients, and maintain kitchen cleanliness while upholding safety standards.

The role requires strong communication, good multitasking ability, and reliability. Starting wage is $19.00 per hour, with potential advancement based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills to foster a supportive team environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Knowledge of kitchen tools and utensils is required to perform tasks.
• Ability to work well under pressure and learn quickly.
• Clear, polite communication with staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Good endurance; prep cook duties involve standing and lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Valid food handlers license is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Promotes superior guest service.
• Maintains a positive organizational culture per Spirit of Talícn and ilani values.
• Demonstrates collaborative, respectful behavior.
• Executes cooking duties with speed and quality.
• Prepares kitchen for arrival of chefs and assists with prep work.
• Monitors stock levels and reports low supplies.
• Cleans equipment and maintains kitchen cleanliness.
• Cooks under chef supervision and coordinates with staff.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Kitchen tools knowledge

Work well under pressure

Excellent communication

Endurance

Food handlers license

Education

Culinary school certificate

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM AND EXPERIENCE ENDLESS CAREER POSSIBILITIES

Pledge for Success:

We are dedicated to hiring outstanding individuals who share in our commitment and passion in serving our guests. Ambition, dedication, attention to detail, and a warm smile are all winning characteristics that lead to the spirit of who we are.

Position Summary:

Prep, prepare and deliver highest quality meals. Work as part of a culinary team in a fast-paced environment where quality and standards exceed guest expectations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Promotes superior guest service.
• Maintains, and perpetuates a positive organizational culture according to the principles of the Spirit of Tâlícn and the Core Values of ilani.
• Consistently demonstrates collaborative, relationship building, welcoming and mutually respectful behaviors.
• Quick and quality execution of cooking duties.
• Prepares the kitchen for the arrival of the chefs.
• Assists as necessary with the preparing of ingredients beforehand, cleaning foodstuffs, chopping, slicing, portioning.
• Monitor stock of the kitchen. Report to head chef as stock runs low.
• Clean all kitchen equipment before and after use.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen.
• Cooks dishes under the supervision of the chef.
• Coordinate with other kitchen staff.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to foster a supportive and enabling team environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Knowledge of kitchen tools and utensils – a proper knowledge of the kitchen tools and utensils is required in order to perform the specific tasks and requirements.
• Work well under pressure and possess good learning skills.
• Excellent communication skills – the kitchen’s staff works mainly under pressure, so conveying the message clearly, concise and in a polite manner is essential for good collaboration and strong overall results.
• Great endurance as most of the prep cook work is done standing, repeatedly moving arms and hands, and lifting and carrying at least 40 lbs.
• Must possess a valid food handlers license.
• Must be willing to work in a smoking environment.
• Must be willing to adhere to company health and safety measures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Culinary school certificate.
• One (1) year experience as a line cook in a high-volume restaurant.

Work Shift:

Any (United States of America)

Wages:

This role offers a starting wage of $19.00 per hour. Candidates with relevant experience may be placed higher within the established pay range.

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