Cook CD - Standard 1

Avolta AG; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 25,485; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A leading food service company is seeking a Cook to prepare a variety of cooked foods in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The role requires a minimum of one year of cooking experience and knowledge of food safety standards. Responsibilities include following recipes, maintaining a clean workspace, and operating kitchen equipment. Ideal candidates should be able to lift up to 40 pounds and work well in a team. Competitive compensation at $18.50 per hour will be offered.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of 1 year of closely related cooking experience.
• Knowledge pertaining to Soups, Sauté, Broiler, Fry, and Pantry.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cooked foods according to recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen.
• Operate various kitchen equipment.

Skills

Food preparation skills

Knowledge of HACCP standards

Ability to converse comfortably

Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds

Experience in cooking

Job description

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• 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
• Employee assistance program
• Training and exciting career growth opportunities
• Referral program – refer a friend and earn a bonus

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Airport Location: Fort Lauderdale Airport F&B
Advertised Compensation: $18.50to

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

Drug Free Workplace (DFW)

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

Nearest Major Market: Fort Lauderdale
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami