Cook III

HHM Hospitality; Boston, Waterbury (MA, CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Cook III to join their dynamic kitchen team. This role involves preparing high-quality dishes, ensuring food safety, and maintaining a clean work environment. With opportunities for growth into leadership roles like Sous Chef and Executive Chef, this position is perfect for those passionate about culinary excellence. The ideal candidate will have strong culinary skills and a dedication to guest satisfaction. Join a vibrant team that values service and quality in a renowned Boston restaurant, where every dish tells a story of Mediterranean flavors and traditions.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of culinary experience or equivalent training required.
• Department of Health Sanitation certificate may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to recipes and maintain quality standards.
• Ensure a clean and sanitized work environment and follow food safety procedures.
• Work towards increasing guest satisfaction scores.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Food Safety Practices

Customer Satisfaction

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

Opportunity: Cook III

Prepare food items according to recipes and standards, taking pride in the excellence and quality of cuisine, while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment.

Your Growth Path

Lead Cook – Sous Chef – Executive Chef – Food and Beverage Director

Your Focus

• Follow recipes to prepare food items accordingly.
• Wash, peel, and cut fruits and vegetables; cut, trim, or clean meat.
• Prepare appetizers, salads, or cold dishes.
• Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
• Bake breads, rolls, or other baked goods.
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food for pick up by server or delivery to guests.
• Maintain clean and sanitized work areas such as cutting boards, counters, and workspaces.
• Secure and store food items properly.
• Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
• Follow safe food handling procedures.
• Follow guidelines related to sustainability practices such as HHM’s EarthView program.
• Practice safe work habits and wear protective safety equipment.
• Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Your Background and Skills

• High School diploma preferred.
• 3-5 years of previous culinary experience or equivalent training required.
• Department of Health Sanitation certificate may be required.

Work Environment and Context

• Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays, weekends, and alternate shifts.
• Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, and reaching.

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble - Own It

About Us

Mediterranean in nature, Peregrine explores the cuisine and culture from the Italian islands of Sardinia and Sicily, as well as the neighboring influences of Corsica and Catalonia. Named after the Peregrine falcon, common to these places, the restaurant takes its cues from everything that bird might see throughout its journey. The name also signifies a traveler, welcoming guests to our corner of Boston's iconic Beacon Hill.