Fast-Track Cook — Creative Kitchen Pro with Growth

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

Job summary

Great Western Dining Service Inc. is seeking a skilled Cook for Newman University in Wichita to prepare and present meals with precision. The candidate should be able to follow instructions, multitask in a fast-paced kitchen, and work collaboratively with the team.

Responsibilities include setting up stations, preparing ingredients, cooking for various meal periods, following recipes, maintaining hygiene, and ensuring proper food storage and safety procedures are followed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as cook.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.).
• 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.
• 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

Experience as cook

Cooking methods

Sanitation procedures

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

Great Western Dining Service Inc. is seeking a skilled Cook for Newman University in Wichita to prepare and present meals with precision. The candidate should be able to follow instructions, multitask in a fast-paced kitchen, and work collaboratively with the team.

Responsibilities include setting up stations, preparing ingredients, cooking for various meal periods, following recipes, maintaining hygiene, and ensuring proper food storage and safety procedures are followed.