Evening & Weekend Cook — Growth‑Oriented Kitchen

Great Western Dining Service, Inc.; Pratt (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Western Dining Service at Pratt Community College is seeking a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals. The ideal candidate can follow instructions, move deftly in a busy kitchen, and multitask while using a variety of ingredients and techniques.

You will set up workstations, prepare ingredients, portion and cook foods for meals and events, follow recipes, and ensure great presentation. Maintaining a sanitized, orderly kitchen and adhering to HACCP and safety policies are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook.
• Knowledge of cooking procedures (grilling, baking, boiling, etc.).
• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to follow sanitation procedures.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate well.

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.
• Ability to 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

Cook experience

Cooking methods

Kitchen equipment

Sanitation procedures

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

Great Western Dining Service at Pratt Community College is seeking a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals. The ideal candidate can follow instructions, move deftly in a busy kitchen, and multitask while using a variety of ingredients and techniques.

You will set up workstations, prepare ingredients, portion and cook foods for meals and events, follow recipes, and ensure great presentation. Maintaining a sanitized, orderly kitchen and adhering to HACCP and safety policies are essential.