Cook — Fast-Track Career Growth & Creative Cuisine

Great Western Dining Service, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Western Dining Service at Newman University in Wichita, KS, seeks an experienced Cook to prepare delicious meals following recipes and production information. You will work in a fast-paced kitchen, multi-task, and contribute to high standards of presentation and sanitation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and adherence to HACCP and safety policies within an equal opportunity workplace.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as cook.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.).
• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Very good communication skills

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
• Prepare, portion, cook food items for various meal periods or special events
• Ability to follow basic recipes and production information
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Follow all company HACCP and safety policies

Skills

Proven experience as cook

Cooking procedures

Commercial kitchen equipment

Sanitation procedures

Team environment

Communication skills

Job description

Great Western Dining Service at Newman University in Wichita, KS, seeks an experienced Cook to prepare delicious meals following recipes and production information. You will work in a fast-paced kitchen, multi-task, and contribute to high standards of presentation and sanitation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and adherence to HACCP and safety policies within an equal opportunity workplace.