Cook CD - Standard

HMSHost; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Meal and Transportation Benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Training and career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading food service provider is seeking a Cook CD – Standard in Kenner, Louisiana. The role involves preparing cooked foods, following recipes, and ensuring food safety practices. Candidates should have at least 1 year of cooking experience in a fast-paced environment. This non-exempt position requires the ability to lift up to 40 pounds and follow hygiene standards. The company offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of closely related cooking experience in a high-volume environment.
• Knowledge of soups, sauté, broiler, fry, and pantry cooking.
• Ability to stand, bend, and twist to perform normal job functions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cooked foods and perform station functions including Fry, Flat Top Griddle, and Pantry.
• Follow recipes and product directions for food preparation.
• Maintain cleanliness and follow food safety practices.

Skills

Food preparation skills

Knowledge of HACCP standards

Ability to understand instructions

Ability to lift 40 pounds

Job description

With a career at HMSHost, you really benefit! We Offer

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)
• Holiday pay
• Meal and Transportation Benefits
• *401(k) retirement plan with company match
• *Company paid life insurance
• *Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Training and exciting career growth opportunities
• Referral program – refer a friend and earn a bonus

*Benefits may vary by position so ask your recruiter for details.

Summary

The Cook CD – Standard is responsible for preparing cooked foods, and must be able to perform all station functions of Fry, Flat Top Griddle, Pantry, and cooking eggs; communicating ticket times and potential problems to the manager on duty and servers as necessary; performing all other responsibilities as directed by the business or assigned management of which associate is capable of performing; providing the highest quality of service to customers and associates at all times. This is a non-exempt position and typically reports to Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, or General Manager depending upon local requirements.

Essential Functions

• Follows recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving and serving food items which may include soups, meats, vegetables, desserts and other food and beverage products
• Tastes products, follow menus, estimate food requirements, check production and keep records in order to accurately plan production requirements and requisition supplies and equipment as needed
• Cleans and sanitizes workstations and equipment
• Practices excellent food safety and sanitation practices and complies with HACCP standards
• Operates a variety of kitchen equipment, Measures and mixes ingredients, washes, peels, cuts and shreds fruits and vegetables
• Stocks, dates, rotates, and checks temperature of product
• Other Duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment

• Requires food preparation skills and knowledge of HACCP standards
• Requires a minimum of 1 year of closely related cooking experience, work experience in high volume or fast casual dining restaurant environment preferred
• Requires food knowledge pertaining to Soups, Sauté, Broiler, Fry, and Pantry
• Requires the ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with individuals
• Requires the ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
• Requires the ability to bend, twist, and stand to perform normal job functions
• Frequently immerses hands in water and water diluted with chemical solutions
• Frequently works with sharp knives, utensils, and hot plates
• Frequently works in hot environment

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) Drug Free Workplace (DFW)

Source: HMSHost