Lead Cook (Happiest Hour)

Te Deseo; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Harwood Hospitality is seeking a professional to join the culinary team in Dallas. The candidate will handle multiple kitchen stations, uphold health standards, assist the Chef, label and date products, and maintain cleanliness and inventory.

Ideal applicants have 3 years of culinary experience, strong knife skills, and the ability to work under pressure in a team setting. A high school diploma or GED is required, culinary training preferred, and legal food safety certification must be obtained.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be able to communicate in English, read and follow recipes, and complete basic mathematical calculations. Second language is a plus.
• 3 years culinary experience in a similar role; preferably in a high volume environment.
• Candidate must exhibit extensive sanitation and culinary knowledge and accurate knife skills.
• Requires the ability to work in an organized fashion and within a team environment.
• Ability to work well under pressure, be a logical thinker, remain calm and resolve problems using good judgement.
• Must possess the ability to prioritize and follow through in order to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any licensing or active work cards required for this position at all times.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparing and finishing foods on all stations with the kitchen
• Meet quality standards, as well as maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the work areas and equipment in accordance with Health Department standards.
• Assist the Chef as needed in execution of production.
• Properly label and date all products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation.
• Apply adept knife skills required for preparation.
• Must be able to breakdown workstation and complete closing duties which include returning all food items to proper storage areas, rotate all returned product, wrap, label, and date all items being put away, straighten up and organize all storage areas, clean up and wipe down food prep area, reach-in and walk ins.
• Maintain accurate inventories while informing management of restocking needs to prevent product shortages.
• Notifies chef on duty prior to end of shift if unable to complete assigned task(s) within allotted time.

Skills

English fluency

Read recipes

Basic math

Teamwork

Under pressure

Knife skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary training preferred

Job description

Description

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Responsible for preparing and finishing foods on all stations with the kitchen
• Meet quality standards, as well as maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the work areas and equipment in accordance with Health Department standards.
• Assist the Chef as needed in execution of production.
• Properly label and date all products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation.
• Apply adept knife skills required for preparation.
• Must be able to breakdown workstation and complete closing duties which include but not limited to returning all food items to the proper storage areas, rotate all returned product, wrap, cover, label, and date all items being put away, straighten up and organize all storage areas, clean up and wipe down food prep area, reach-in and walk ins.
• Maintain accurate inventories while informing management of restocking needs to prevent product shortages.
• Notifies chef on duty prior to end of shift if unable to complete assigned task(s) within allotted time.

Qualifications:

• Candidates must be able to communicate in English, read and follow recipes, and complete basic mathematical calculations. Second language is a plus.
• 3 years culinary experience in a similar role; preferably in a high volume environment.
• Candidate must exhibit extensive sanitation and culinary knowledge and accurate knife skills.
• Requires the ability to work in an organized fashion and within a team environment.
• Ability to work well under pressure, be a logical thinker, remain calm and resolve problems using good judgement.
• Must possess the ability to prioritize and follow through in order to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any licensing or active work cards required for this position at all times.
• Culinary training degree is preferred, but not required.
• Highschool diploma or G.E.D required.
• Candidates must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Requires valid Food Handler Safety Training card.
• Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. at a time, push/pull up to 400 lbs. at a time; and handle heavy machinery such as pallet jacks, tuggers, etc.

Happiest Hour

Spanning 12,000 square feet, and two levels of space, Happiest Hour is located within walking distance to several sports and arts venues, and is known as the destination for all things spirit-lifting. Its indoor and outdoor bliss features garden games, 25+ TVs, and 50 beers on tap for the ultimate spot to gather amongst friends, family, or colleagues. Its rooftop is known as Fanciest Hour and provides a lounge-like feel with live music that resonates with pure nightlife.

Why Harwood Hospitality?

Here at Harwood Hospitality group, we have created a community where we care for one another, focus on excellence and growth, and commit to truly enjoying our jobs as the best recipe for success. This is evident through our expansive associate benefits program.

• Medical Coverage
• Great earning potential
• Internal discount program

Equal Opportunity Employer
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