Creative Cook — Fast-Paced Kitchen, Career Growth

Great Western Dining Service, Inc.; Hobbs (NM); On-site; USD 19,286 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Great Western Dining Service, Inc. is seeking a capable Cook to join our kitchen team. The role involves preparing meals, following recipes, and maintaining a clean, organized workstation in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include setting up stations, preparing ingredients, cooking for various meal periods or events, and ensuring proper presentation and food safety in accordance with HACCP policies. A team-focused communicator is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling).
• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Very good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat, etc.)
• Prepare, portion, cook food items for various meal periods or special events
• Follow basic recipes and production information
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Follow all company HACCP and safety policies

Skills

Proven experience as cook

Cooking procedures (grilling, baking,…

Commercial kitchen equipment

Sanitation procedures

Team environment

Communication skills

Job description

Great Western Dining Service, Inc. is seeking a capable Cook to join our kitchen team. The role involves preparing meals, following recipes, and maintaining a clean, organized workstation in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include setting up stations, preparing ingredients, cooking for various meal periods or events, and ensuring proper presentation and food safety in accordance with HACCP policies. A team-focused communicator is preferred.