PT Restaurant Line Cook

Spooky Nook Sports; Manheim (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and energetic team at a leading indoor sports complex as a Line Cook. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to customer satisfaction through high-quality food preparation. Enjoy perks like a free fitness membership and discounts on food and apparel. Ideal for those who thrive in a dynamic environment and are eager to learn and grow in the culinary field. Be part of a friendly team that values kindness and teamwork while delivering exceptional dining experiences to guests.

Benefits

Free fitness center membership

1.5x pay for holiday hours

35% discount on food and beverages

50% discount on Tuesdays

Free child watch

Discounts on local businesses

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with dependable transportation.
• Fluent in English with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

The Line Cook at the Forklift and Palate restaurant will contribute to maximum customer satisfaction through the preparation of high-quality food items in accordance with Spooky Nook standards while maintaining profitability goals. This is an entry-level position but more experienced Cooks will also be considered.

Benefits

Working at the largest indoor sports complex in North America is an experience that compares to no other. The atmosphere is filled with energetic excitement that provides an uplifting ambience throughout the facility. The Nook takes pride in its friendly, guest-focused team members that make kindness contagious and help others succeed.

As a Part-Time team member of the Nook, you will enjoy:

• Free individual membership to our massive 80,000+ sq. ft. fitness center, including all theequipment you need to fit almost any training program. Membership also includes all group fitness classes. (Upgrade to family membership at 50% off the total price).
• 1.5x your hourly rate of pay for holiday hours worked
• 35% discount on food and beverage purchases, including our upscale restaurant, Forklift and Palate
• 50% discount on Tuesdays at the Forklift and Palate Restaurant
• 35% off all Nook apparel
• Free child watch (3 hour increments)
• Discounts on birthday parties, personal training, event space rental, and more!
• Discounts at participating local restaurants and businesses

Essential Job Functions

• Contribute to the production of food items in accordance with recipe cards and correct handling procedures
• Maintain highest quality and appearance of all foods sent from kitchen
• Monitor par levels according to production sheet to maintain food freshness and quality
• Rotate all foods and complete corresponding production chart
• Avoid unnecessary food waste by ensuring proper portion control
• Complete proper storage of leftovers using dating procedure
• Manage all kitchen work areas for daily cleanliness including refrigerators and counter space
• Requisition food supplies from storerooms into proper storage with FIFO standard and in compliance with health regulations
• All other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Dependable transportation to and from work
• Language skills: Fluent knowledge of the English language; including the ability to read and interpret written information and speak and understand verbal communication
• Ability to fulfill the physical requirements of the position with any reasonable accommodations as necessary
• Availability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as needed
• Authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a cook preferred
• Ability to distinguish ingredients by taste, smell, or sight
• Highly dependable with a history of consistent attendance and punctuality
• Demonstrates a positive and friendly attitude towards guests, customers, and fellow employees. Exhibits a respectful, professional demeanor
• Self-starting and motivated with the ability to work independently and take initiative
• Team-focused mindset; willing to set own priorities aside to help others; contributes to building a positive team spirit and morale
• Integrity: Trustworthy and honest; takes accountability when appropriate
• Detail-Oriented; Demonstrates a consistent level of accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality
• Demeanor to remain calm in tense or stressful situations

Working Conditions

• Work environment: Upbeat, high-energy sports and event complex with heavy foot traffic and frequent large crowds. The team member will primarily work in a kitchen environment with fluctuating temperatures that can become hot, humid and/or wet.
• Physical requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the team member will be regularly required to perform physical activity that includes moving about the work area, standing, sitting, bending, reaching with hands and arms, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, hearing and smelling. The team member will be frequently required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. He or she is required to have the visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Lifting requirements: The team member will occasionally be required to lift, push, pull, lower and/or move up to 10 lbs regularly, and up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Noise Level: The noise level in this environment is typically moderate to loud.

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