Cook - Devil's Pool

Big Cedar Lodge; Ridgedale (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Bass Pro Cares Fund

Job summary

Big Cedar Lodge is seeking a skilled cook to prepare and portion foods for the resort's food and beverage outlets. You will handle knives safely, operate kitchen equipment, and assist in leading the kitchen in the Sous Chef's absence.

The role includes training new cooks and maintaining cleanliness across kitchen operations, with responsibilities extending to all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Associate Degree in culinary field or related program certificate preferred.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• 2–4 years related experience or equivalent education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and portion foods for resort outlets.
• Maintain safe knife handling and operate kitchen equipment safely.
• Assist in leading kitchen in absence of Sous Chef.
• Train new cooks and support cleanliness of the Kitchen.

Skills

Safety-mindedness

Reading & writing

Mathematical aptitude

Teamwork

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Culinary certificate/Assoc degree

Driver's license

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

To prepare and portion foods for the resort's food and beverage outlets.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Possess a solid background in making soups, stocks, grilling and roasts with the knowledge of varied methods and techniques to prepare food.
• Handle knives excellently and operate all kitchen equipment in a safe, efficient and effective manner.
• Be able to assume control of the kitchen in the absence of a Sous Chef.
• Follow the kitchen chain of command; i.e. Chefs, Cook I, Cook II, Cook III.
• Take an active role in the training of new cooks.
• Assist the Chef as necessary in maintaining the cleanliness operations of the Kitchen.
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Degree Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred Degree: Associate Degree in culinary field or fifth year college or university program certificate
• Certificate(s) or License(s): Valid Driver’s License
• Years of experience: two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY

• Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Required to work with others well in a close environment with a learning attitude possessing speed and efficiency on the line.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Regularly walks, stands, and lifts up to 50 lbs.
Seldom/never sits or does computer work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT

Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and innovation. Chooses from limited alternatives to resolve problems. Occasional independent judgment is required to complete work assignments. Often makes recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices.

Full Time Benefits Summary

Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [e-mail].

Big Cedar Lodge