Skilled Cook 1

HMSHost; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Holiday pay

Meal and Transportation Benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Company paid life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Training and exciting career growth opportunities

Referral program

Job summary

HMSHost is seeking a Cook in Arlington, Virginia. The Cook will prepare a variety of food items and must follow recipes while ensuring excellent service quality and cleanliness in the kitchen.

This role includes responsibilities such as food safety compliance and effective communication with team members. The position offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, generous paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare and cook a variety of food items.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Experience with kitchen equipment and tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cooked foods according to recipes and menus.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen workspace.
• Communicate effectively with team and management.

Job description

With a career at HMSHost, you really benefit! We Offer

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)
• Holiday pay
• Meal and Transportation Benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Training and exciting career growth opportunities
• Referral program - refer a friend and earn a bonus

Benefits may vary by position so ask your recruiter for details.

Summary

The Cook is responsible for preparing cooked foods, and must be able to perform all station functions of Fry, Flat Top Griddle, Pantry, and cooking eggs; communicating ticket times and potential problems to the manager on duty and servers as necessary; providing the highest quality of service to customers and associates at all times; performs all other responsibilities as directed by the business or as assigned by management. This is a non-exempt position.

Essential Functions

• Follows recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving and serving food items which may include soups, meats, vegetables, desserts and other food and beverage products
• Tastes products, follow menus, estimate food requirements, check production and keep records in order to accurately plan production requirements and requisition supplies and equipment as needed
• Cleans and sanitizes work stations and equipment
• Practices excellent food safety and sanitation practices and complies with HACCP standards
• Operates a variety of kitchen equipment; Measures and mixes ingredients, washes, peels, cuts and shreds fruits and vegetables
• Stocks,