Senior Cook - Universal Kids Resort

Universal Orlando Resort; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Kids Resort is seeking an experienced Line Cook to support multi-unit operations. You may lead the Line Cook during service and assist the Sous Chef with ordering and inventory. You will train new team members and rotate across stations to ensure high-quality food preparation and safety.

Cross-training across all food stations and proficiency in food safety are essential. The role requires availability for a full-time schedule and adherence to Texas HACCP standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Line Cook experience required.
• Chef’s Apprentice preferred.
• Certified Professional Food Manager certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform Line Cook duties across all kitchen stations to meet standards.
• Lead Line Cooks during service when directed by culinary leadership.
• Train new team members in basic food safety and prep processes.
• Assist with ordering, receiving, and basic inventory tracking.

Skills

Food safety

Team leadership

Training

Allergen knowledge

Education

Chef’s Apprentice

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Prepares and cooks food for multi-unit operation at Universal Kids Resort. May lead the Line Cook as directed by Sous Chef during service. Assists Sous Chef in ordering, receiving, and having a basic knowledge of the overall inventory process. Trains new Team Members in the Line Cook role and leading them when there is not culinary leadership available. Role will be cross trained at all food stations and have proficient knowledge of food preparation and food safety.

JOB SUMMARY:

Prepares and cooks food for multi-unit operation at Universal Kids Resort. May lead the Line Cook as directed by Sous Chef during service. Assists Sous Chef in ordering, receiving, and having a basic knowledge of the overall inventory process. Trains new Team Members in the Line Cook role and leading them when there is not culinary leadership available. Role will be cross trained at all food stations and have proficient knowledge of food preparation and food safety.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs Cook duties at all stations in the kitchen to ensure food preparation meets Universal Standards. Monitors Line Cooks to make sure proper food safety practices are followed at all times.
• Performs duties of a Line Cook, including opening/closing procedures, interacting with guests when necessary, knowing allergen information, ensuring PPE is properly used, and maintaining cleanliness of the station. Ensures compliance of the State of Texas’ HACCP program and ServSafe certification.
• Trains new Team Members on basic food safety and the overall process of food preparation/venue standards. Assists the Sous Chef with leading the Line Cooks workflow, helping them to manage their priorities and keeping preparation time efficient.
• Assists the Sous Chef as directed in the ordering and receiving process, along with having a basic understanding of inventory, and accounting for spoilage and daily temperature logs.
• Ensures that all preparations are in accordance with established recipes, menu and portion specifications based on business volumes. Supports Culinary leadership to ensure operational efficiencies and labor optimization.
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• Chef’s Apprentice is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years of Line Cook experience is required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Certified Professional Food Managers certification is preferred.
• Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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