Full Time PM Cook

Raines Company; Waynesville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

401K

Generous PTO Program

Job summary

Raines Company in Waynesville, North Carolina, is seeking a Cook who will be responsible for cooking, quality control, and compliance with health guidelines. Candidates should have at least two years of experience in related fields and relevant certifications.

The role includes preparing food items according to menu standards and maintaining a well-organized kitchen. Raines Company offers comprehensive benefits, a generous PTO program, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in hotels, restaurants, or related fields.
• Prior Line Cook, Quick Order Cook, Banquet Cook or similar experience preferred.
• Certifications as required by Federal, State, or Local agencies.

Responsibilities

• Sets up, stocks, and organizes workstation for food production.
• Prepares food items to menu standards and stores them properly.
• Knows cooking times and temperatures for all items.

Skills

Food Handler Certification

Alcohol Awareness Certification

CPR and First Aid Certification

ServSafe Certification

Cooking Skills

Stress Management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Knives

Kitchen Scales

Mixers

Ovens

Job description

Position Summary

The Cook is responsible for setting up, cooking, maintaining quality control, clean up and meeting health department guidelines.

Established in 1988 as a family‑owned business, we have grown into a fully integrated development, management, and investment company that develops, operates, and owns the world’s leading hotel brands as well as boutique hotels. Raines has maintained a family‑oriented culture that believes in building relationships with our associates, with our partners and within the communities where we operate.

We offer comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision benefits, 401K, a generous PTO program, and the opportunity to join a winning culture recognized for rewarding our best with opportunities to advance their career within the company.

Essential Job Functions

• Holds and maintains applicable certification requirements for position to include: Food Handler, Alcohol Awareness, CPR and First Aid, ServSafe, and any required certifications
• Sets up, stocks and organizes workstation and levels for production of food items
• Prepares (thaws, cuts, machines) food items according to menu standards, portions and stores them in properly labeled containers
• Uses kitchen tools, to include knives, measuring utensils, scales, kitchen shears, slicers, mixers, steamers, grills, ovens, and other tools and equipment
• Checks stock levels in coolers for sufficient stock, reporting shortages and ordering as needed, using FIFO method
• Prepares broiled, baked, grilled, steamed, sautéed, blended and fried items using recipes
• Knows cooking times and temperatures for all items to ensure proper cooking methods and temperatures while ensuring the highest quality
• Plates food according to standard plating menu with garnishments and food quantities
• Performs side duties, including cleaning, inventory, and organizing
• Must work well in stressful high pressure situations maintaining composure and objectivity under pressure

Experience And Education

• Minimum two years of experience in hotels, restaurants or related fields
• Prior Line Cook, Quick Order Cook, Banquet Cook or similar experience preferred
• Certifications as required by Federal, State, or Local agencies

Raines is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pre-employment background check required.

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