Cook - HE (8667)

Genuine Foods; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Genuine Foods in Santa Fe, NM is seeking a Full-Time Cook for our production kitchen to prepare and serve meals according to daily menus and recipes. You’ll work with a supportive team, follow food safety standards, and help maintain a clean, organized kitchen to support student meals.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of line cook or culinary experience, a positive attitude, reliability, punctuality, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and climb stairs.

Qualifications

• Flexible and team-oriented approach to work.
• 1 year of line cook or culinary experience.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and reliability.
• Punctual and able to adhere to attendance policies.
• Ability to climb stairs and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Interest in Genuine Foods’ mission to support students.
• Ability to work in a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes and prepare food according to standards.
• Cook and prep food with Chef/Genuine Foods guidance.
• Coordinate with team to ensure timely service.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and assist with cleaning duties.
• Keep area stocked and ready for service.

Skills

Flexible & team-oriented

Culinary experience

Positive attitude

Punctual & reliable

Stairs & lift 50 lbs

Mission-driven

School environment

Job description

Job Details Job Location: NM - Santa Fe CC - Santa Fe, NM 87508 Position Type: Full-Time Hourly Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly Job Category: Operations - Food Service The Cook position is essential to our production kitchen, responsible for preparing and serving food in accordance with daily menu and recipe standards. This role involves a variety of tasks related to food preparation and kitchen maintenance. There are opportunities to learn culinary skills and advance your career. We are a supportive team that values respect and collaboration. The ideal candidate enjoys working with students and educators and prioritizes superior customer service.

Essential Responsibilities

• Ensure food safety standards are followed at all times.
• Cook and prep food accurately based on recipes and specifications provided by the Chef/Genuine Foods.
• Coordinate with team members to ensure all food is prepared on time for service.
• Maintain a clean working environment and assist the team with additional cleaning duties.
• Keep area stocked and organized.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be flexible and team-oriented.
• At least 1 year of line cook or culinary experience.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and level-headedness.
• Punctual and able to adhere to the time and attendance policy.
• Ability to climb stairs and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Interest in and commitment to Genuine Foods’ mission to use food to enhance students' minds, bodies, and happiness.
• Must be able to work in a school environment.
• Job Type: Full-time

Benefits and Perks

• Paid Time Off
• Holiday pay
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Career growth opportunities

Genuine Values

• Trustworthiness: Integrity, transparency, reliability, consistency, and delivery excellence.
• Personal Accountability: Ownership in solving problems, no excuses, learning from mistakes, and financial stewardship without sacrificing quality.
• People First: Human-centered solutions, teamwork, hospitality, empathy, and cultural responsiveness.
• Entrepreneurial: Adaptable, nimble, willing to go the extra mile, responsive, and encouraged to try new things.
• Genuine: Commitment to real, tasty, scratch-cooked healthy food, authentic interactions, honesty, positivity, and professionalism.