Fry Cook at Tuacahn- Seasonal Part Time

Tuacahn Center for the Arts; Ivins (UT); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

A local arts center in Utah seeks a part-time Fry Cook to manage food preparation in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include preparing various menu items, ensuring freshness, and maintaining kitchen equipment. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication skills, and experience with frying techniques. This position offers flexible night-time hours, starting at $15.00/hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of handling frying items and operating fryers and grills.
• Exceptional skills in portion control and garnishing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook various food items for frying and grilling.
• Monitor the quality and freshness of food items.
• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment including fryers and grills.

Skills

Communication skills

Food preparation skills

Knowledge of frying techniques

Portion control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Fryers

Grills

Job description

Seasonal Part Time/Night Time position typically 5‑6 hours per night, 4 nights a week. Starting at $15.00/hour depending on experience.

POSITION SUMMARY: It is the primary responsibility of the Fry Cook to prepare and cook food on all stations in the kitchen. All duties are performed in accordance with departmental and property policies, practices, and procedures.

Position Requirements

• A high school diploma or a GED equivalent is sufficient to work as a fry cook.
• Knowledge of handling frying items, and operating fryers and grills is important.
• Exceptional skills in handling garnishing and portioning activities.
• Exceptional communication skills to understand orders and prepare them per customer instructions.
• State certified food handlers permit.
• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, and lift items up to 40 pounds.

Job Description

• Prepare food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying and grilling purposes.
• Marinate food items according to provided instructions and recipes.
• Check each food item to ensure that it is fresh, and provide feedback to kitchen supervisor in cases where freshness is an issue.
• Operate fryers and grills according to instructions, pour oil in them, and place items in them for frying and grilling purposes.
• Monitor the time and heat of equipment, ensuring that both are regulated as and when necessary.
• Assist in the preparation of menu items such as steaks, burgers, fried foods, soups and sandwiches.
• Handle portion control activities, according to specified instructions provided by the manager.
• Clean and maintain fryers and grills, ensuring that they are kept in pristine condition all through.
• Handle waste management duties, by ensuring that trash and oils are properly and safely disposed of.
• Deliver soiled dishes, pots and pans to the washing areas, and assist in cleaning and drying them.