PM Cook

Greatwestern Dining; Liberal (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Greatwestern Dining is seeking a skilled Cook at their Seward County Community College location in Liberal, Kansas. This full-time position requires preparing delicious meals, managing workstations, and ensuring food safety. The ideal candidate will have proven cooking experience, knowledge of cooking methods, and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities include food preparation, cooking, and maintaining a clean kitchen environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a culinary professional looking to advance their career in food service management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a cook.
• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment and various cooking methods.
• Ability to follow sanitation and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations for cooking.
• Prepare various ingredients for meal preparation.
• Cook food items for different meal periods.

Skills

Proven experience as cook

Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods

Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment

Ability to follow all sanitation procedures

Ability to work in a team environment

Very good communication skills

Job description

About the Company

Great Western Dining Service is a forward‑thinking food service management company that recognizes the profound impact of exceptional cuisine. We believe that food fosters connection, cultivates the community, and creates enduring memories. We are committed to cultivating a professional environment that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Our diverse team members are empowered to contribute fresh perspectives and inspired ideas, resulting in distinctive and memorable dining experiences for our guests.

Cook

Great Western Dining Service at our Seward County Community College location is looking for a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals. An excellent cook must be able to follow instructions, be deft in moving around the kitchen, and be adept at multitasking. Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is important.

Full Time

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 and 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

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Requirements

Physical requirements of the job

• Continuous standing/walking and other means of mobility up to 8 hours a day
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push/pull and frequently lift/move up to 30 pounds