Cook II

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Cook II to prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to standardized recipes, and oversee junior staff.

You will monitor equipment, manage inventory, assist in menu planning, and ensure food safety and high presentation standards in a fast-paced kitchen.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent; culinary training or certifications preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years in a kitchen or food service environment.
• Proficiency in cooking techniques and ability to prepare a wide range of dishes.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Leadership skills and the ability to train and supervise junior staff.
• Good communication skills and teamwork-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, including entrees, sides, and desserts, according to standardized recipes.
• Monitor and adjust cooking equipment to ensure proper temperatures.
• Supervise and train Cook I staff, delegating tasks and ensuring kitchen procedures are followed.
• Maintain inventory of ingredients and assist in ordering supplies as needed.
• Ensure food is properly stored and handled according to food safety regulations.
• Oversee cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas, ensuring workstations are prepared for service.
• Assist in menu planning and suggest new recipes or improvements to existing dishes.
• Maintain consistent food quality and presentation standards.
• Collaborate with kitchen management to improve efficiency and food service operation.

Skills

Leadership

Train junior staff

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Culinary training/certifications preferred

Job description

The Cook II position is responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of dishes, following established recipes, and ensuring high-quality meals are served. This role requires more advanced cooking skills and greater independence compared to Cook I. The Cook II may assist in training and supervising Cook I.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, including entrees, sides, and desserts, according to standardized recipes.• Monitor and adjust cooking equipment such as ovens, grills, and fryers to ensure food is cooked to the proper temperature.• Supervise and train Cook I staff, delegating tasks and ensuring kitchen procedures are followed.• Maintain inventory of ingredients and assist in ordering supplies as needed.• Ensure food is properly stored and handled according to food safety regulations.• Oversee cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas, ensuring workstations are prepared for service.• Assist in menu planning and suggest new recipes or improvements to existing dishes.• Maintain consistent food quality and presentation standards.• Collaborate with kitchen management to improve efficiency and food service operation.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary training or certifications are preferred.• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a kitchen or food service environment.• Proficiency in cooking techniques and ability to prepare a wide range of dishes.• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently.• Leadership skills and the ability to train and supervise junior staff.• Good communication skills and teamwork-oriented.WORK CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:• Previous experience in a kitchen or food service setting is a plus, but not required.• Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.• Work is performed in climate-controlled setting, where exposure to conditions of extreme heat/cold, poor ventilation, fumes and gases is unlikely.• Noise level is moderate and includes sounds of aggregate residential living, including multiple conversations, ringing phones, intercom announcements.• Staff will report any environmental hazards encountered in normal performance of job duties and will not handle or otherwisebe exposed to hazardous conditions.• Work requires a flexible work schedule.• Ability to effectively communicate orally.• Physical ability to move 25 pounds.• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards of the site and staff and/or resident behavior.• Physical mobility and endurance to perform tasks while standing/walking for long periods of time.• Ability to safely and properly use equipment.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:High school diploma or equivalent; culinary training or certifications are preferred.Minimum of 2 years of experience in a kitchen or food service environment.Proficiency in cooking techniques and ability to prepare a wide range of dishes.Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently.Leadership skills and the ability to train and supervise junior staff.Good communication skills and teamwork-oriented.WORK CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Previous experience in a kitchen or food service setting is a plus, but not required.Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.Work is performed in climate-controlled setting, where exposure to conditions of extreme heat/cold, poor ventilation, fumes and gases is unlikely.Noise level is moderate and includes sounds of aggregate residential living, including multiple conversations, ringing phones, intercom announcements.Staff will report any environmental hazards encountered in normal performance of job duties and will not handle or otherwisebe exposed to hazardous conditions.Work requires a flexible work schedule.Ability to effectively communicate orally.Physical ability to move 25 pounds.Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards of the site and staff and/or resident behavior.Physical mobility and endurance to perform tasks while standing/walking for long periods of time.Ability to safely and properly use equipment.