Culinary Line Cook - Craft Fresh Dishes, Timely Service

Ohio Farmers Insurance Company; Westfield Center (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Ohio Farmers Insurance Company in Westfield Center, OH is seeking a part-time Cook to join our culinary team. The role involves setting up stations, prepping, cooking, plating and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen at our facilities.

The position is designed for roughly 25 hours per week, with responsibilities spanning from food prep to ensuring timely delivery of dishes and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• 0 - 2 years of experience in Kitchen Management, Cooking or a related field.
• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) and/or commensurate experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs Line Cook duties including setting up workstation, prepping food, cooking, cleaning, stocking and preparing food to the exact specifications of the Chef.
• Cleans station and assists with kitchen cleanup including disposing of garbage, cleaning utensils, pots, and pans, and cleaning cooking surfaces. Assists in operating dish machine when necessary.
• Prepares ingredients by washing, chopping, and measuring them according to recipes and menu requirements. Assists with the overall food preparation process, including peeling, cutting, marinating, and seasoning.
• Plates and garnishes dishes to enhance their visual appeal. Pays attention to details such as proper portioning, arrangement, and use of appropriate garnishes.
• Assists in maintaining a clean and organized kitchen workspace. Adheres to hygiene and sanitation standards, including proper food handling, storage, and cleaning of utensils, equipment, and work surfaces.
• Manages cooking times efficiently to ensure timely delivery of orders. Coordinates with other kitchen staff to ensure a smooth workflow and timely execution of dishes.
• Monitors the quality and freshness of ingredients used in food preparation. Takes proactive measures to maintain food quality and consistency.
• Assists in monitoring and replenishing kitchen supplies, ingredients, and inventory. Notifies the appropriate person when supplies need to be ordered.
• Collaborates with other members of the culinary team, including chefs, sous chefs, and kitchen staff, to ensure effective communication, teamwork, and smooth kitchen operations.

Skills

Knife skills

Culinary techniques

Food preparation

Cooking methods

Recipe adherence

Menu planning

Kitchen equipment

Time management

Food safety & sanitation

Inventory management

Culinary creativity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Ohio Farmers Insurance Company in Westfield Center, OH is seeking a part-time Cook to join our culinary team. The role involves setting up stations, prepping, cooking, plating and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen at our facilities.

The position is designed for roughly 25 hours per week, with responsibilities spanning from food prep to ensuring timely delivery of dishes and adherence to safety standards.