Cook Full Time

Nino Salvaggio International Marketplace; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Short term disability

Accident

Hospitalization

Critical illness

Cancer

Life insurance

Flexible spending

Education reimbursement

Employee discount

Job summary

A food production company in Troy is seeking a Cook for its commissary. Responsibilities include preparing and cooking various food products, operating large-volume cooking equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate has preferred cooking experience and must be able to work in various conditions. Competitive benefits are offered, including health insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• One year of cooking experience preferred.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk for 8 or more hour periods.
• Knowledge of various food preparation methods.
• Knowledge of the quality standards for products in the department.
• Must be able to operate ovens, grills, stoves, knives, slicers.
• Ability to work in extreme cold and wet/humid conditions.
• Ability to stand for 8+ hours.
• Able to bend, lift and move up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook soups, smoke products, meats, sides, salads.
• Operate cooking equipment such as grills and fryers.
• Ensure compliance with safety and sanitation policies.
• Bake, roast, broil and grill various proteins and vegetables.
• Train associates when necessary and assist in other duties as assigned.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of galley equipment and work areas.
• Follow safety guidelines and report issues to management.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Knowledge of food safety

Ability to work under pressure

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Grills

Ovens

Slicers

Knives

Slicers

Job description

Overview

Nino Salvaggio is currently looking for a Cook for our Troy Commissary location.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook all soups, smoke products, meats, sides, salads, etc. according to company recipes.


• Operate large-volume cooking equipment, such as grills, deep-fat fryers, kettles, or griddles.


• Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking.


• Bake, roast, broil, and grill meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.


• Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperature by regulating temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.


• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils to ensure quality standards.


• Clean and inspect galley equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.


• Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.


• Operate all necessary and authorized equipment according to company policies, procedures and safety guidelines.


• Handle any damaged and/or spoiled product according to company guidelines and assist in controlling the level of damaged goods.


• Comply with safety and sanitation policies and procedures as outlined in the employee handbook, postings, and manuals, etc.


• Notify management immediately of any safety or equipment issues or violations.


• Assist in training associates when necessary.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• One year of cook experience, preferred.


• Must have reliable transportation.


• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.


• Knowledge of the quality standards, varieties, preparation methods, etc. of the various products/food products available in the department.


• Must be able to work with all products and equipment available within the department including ovens, grills, stoves, knives, slicers*, etc. (Must be 18 years old to use slicers).


• Ability to work in extreme cold and wet and/or humid conditions.


• Ability to work consistently in a 45° to 50º environment.


• Must be able to stand and/or walk for 8 or more hour periods.


• Must be able to regularly bend, lift and/or move 25 pounds.

Benefits

• 401(k)


• 401(k) matching


• Dental insurance


• Employee discounts


• Health insurance


• Paid time off


• Vision insurance


• Short term disability


• Accident


• Hospitalization


• Critical illness


• Cancer


• Life insurance


• Flexible spending


• Education reimbursement


• 401K match


• Employee discount

If you are interested in this position, please follow the 2 step application process which includes a formal application after some initial questions.

EOE