Cook (Prep & Line) - West Woods Golf Club - Variable

City of Arvada; United States; On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Part time

Job summary

The City of Arvada is seeking a Cook to prepare meals for its golf course restaurants. The role involves cooking according to pre-planned menus, maintaining a clean work area, and ensuring adherence to health standards.

Successful candidates will have knowledge of kitchen equipment, and prior cooking experience is preferred. A High School diploma or GED is required. The pay rate is $19/hr, with typical placement within the entry to mid-range.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Must possess general cooking knowledge and follow health department standards.
• Physical demands include moderate to considerable physical effort.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily preparation and cooking of foods.
• Maintains clean and organized work areas and equipment.
• Assists with end of shift cleanup.

Skills

Ability to prepare and cook food

Knowledge of kitchen equipment

Ability to follow health and safety standards

Good judgment

Effective communication skills

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Position Purpose

The City of Arvada operates restaurants at two golf course facilities within the City. The cooks at these locations prepare already planned menus, recipes and meals for daily operations and special events.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for daily preparation and cooking of foods.
• Maintains clean and organized work areas.
• Puts received food orders away in an organized manner.
• Maintains cleanliness of walk-in, dry storage, and prep areas.
• Assists with end of shift clean up including floors, counters, trash, and cardboard.
• Maintains cleanliness of all kitchen equipment.
• Attends meetings and training.
• Travels to and attends team and organizational meetings, training, events and activities and appropriately and professionally represents the department.

Other Job Functions

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to prepare and cook food according to health department and Division of Food Services standards.
• Ability to follow health and safety standards and procedures.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and basic food preparation.
• Ability to use good judgment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to maintain clean and neat appearance.
• Ability to maintain adequate attendance.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to attend trainings and meetings.
• Must possess general cooking knowledge.
• Must have basic knowledge of health department standards and food handling and preparation.
• Must have basic knowledge of kitchen equipment, i.e. steamers, oven, slicers, knives, etc.
• Ability to effectively communicate information, both verbally and in writing, to support organizational objectives and interact with all levels of personnel within the city in a positive and cooperative manner.

Preferred License & Certification

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Education

High School/GED required.

Experience

No Work Experience Related. One (1) or more years of line cook experience in a kitchen demonstrating proficiency in cooking techniques and food preparation.

Other Qualifications

• Physical Demands: Moderate to considerable physical effort that includes working from ladders in awkward positions. Frequent use of light or medium weight objects (e.g., 25-50 lbs.) and use of medium weight tools.
• Hazards: Occasional hazards that are predictable or well protected against (Hazardous waste, ladders, cleaning supplies, trips and falls). Work Environment Exposure to loud noise indoors.

Compensation

Pay Rate – $19/hr. The range listed reflects the entire range and typical placement is entry to mid range.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The City of Arvada is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.