Line Cook

Constellis; Moyock (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Constellis is seeking a cook to prepare and cook meals and maintain a clean, sanitized kitchen and dining area. You will read recipes, cook to specifications, portion ingredients, and ensure food safety standards are followed.

Responsibilities include operating kitchen equipment, training others, and maintaining timely service in a fast-paced environment. Requires SERV Safe certification and at least two years of experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• SERV Safe Certification required.
• SERV Safe Manager preferred.
• Two years of previous food service experience required.
• Valid driver's license and a clear driving record for the last five years.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time and multiple priorities.
• Problem solving skills with an analytical thought process.
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow recipes.
• Cook food according to recipes.
• Measure and portion ingredients according to recipes.
• Demonstrate food preparation skills (peeling, cutting, slicing, dicing, mixing).
• Prepare food through blanching, braising, frying, baking, sauté, rethermalizing.
• Follow SERV Safe temperature and storage protocols.
• Use and train others on safe use of kitchen equipment (slicers, food processors, cooking equipment).
• Prepare buffet for service following hot/cold holding protocols.
• Clean and sanitize equipment, utensils and wares per SERV Safe protocols.
• Follow instructions and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Read recipes

Food preparation

Food safety protocols

Kitchen equipment operation

Time management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Slicer

Food processors

Cooking equipment

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Prepares and cooks meals. Cleans and sanitizes the kitchen and dining area.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Ability to read and follow recipes
• Cook food according to recipes
• Measure and portion ingredients according to recipes
• Demonstrate food preparation skills to include peeling, cutting, slicing, dicing, mixing, etc.
• Prepare food through blanching, braising, frying, baking, saute, rethermalizing, etc.
• Follow food safety/ temperature protocols in all aspects of food storage, preparation and presentation in accordance with SERV Safe protocols
• Ability to use and train others on the safe use of various kitchen equipment to include slicers, food processors, cooking equipment, etc.
• Prepare buffet for service in accordance with hot/ cold holding protocols
• Clean and sanitize equipment, utensils and wares in accordance with SERV Safe protocols
• Must be able and willing to follow instructions and complete tasks in a timely manner
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• SERV Safe Certification required
• SERV Safe Manager preferred
• Two years of previous food service experience required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clear driving record for the last five years.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time and multiple priorities to completion.
• Problem solving skills with an analytical thought process.
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to work fast-paced environment

BENEFITS

Constellis offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflect its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.