Visitor Center – Line Cook (PT)

Kinsley Power Systems; Tillamook, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Tillamook County Creamery Association in Tillamook, OR is seeking a Line Cook to support day-to-day operations by preparing, serving and maintaining high standards of quality for Tillamook dairy products in our Visitor Center.

You will operate grills and kitchen equipment, follow health regulations, and work under the Food & Beverage Manager to ensure guest satisfaction. High school diploma preferred; minimum 1 year of commercial kitchen experience; Food Handler’s certification within 30 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with commercial food preparation and equipment preferred.
• Must obtain and provide a Food Handler’s Certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food orders quickly, correctly and with the highest quality.
• Operate and maintain grills, fryers, and kitchen equipment.
• Uphold the integrity of brand standards and health guidelines.
• Prepare food for service: prep, date, rotate, and check temperatures.
• Assist with cleaning and organization of kitchen equipment.
• Complete opening and closing procedures.
• Stock supplies and label daily/weekly orders from food service vendors.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area; monitor sanitation regularly.

Skills

Food preparation experience

Quality standards adherence

Health regulations knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Visitor Center – Line Cook

Come join the Tillamook Team, one of the fastest-growing dairy brands in the US, where we Play to Win to create over 200 dairy products in 7 different categories: cheese, ice cream, yogurt, sour cream, butter, cream cheese and frozen meals.Our Uncompromising Quality has led us to become the #1 Cheddar, #2 Cream Cheese and #3 Family Size Ice Cream brand, but we’re not stopping there. We’re loading up for our best years to come and want you to join us.

As a farmer-owned cooperative since 1909, we know that being Good Stewards for our stakeholders and doing a little extra always pays off. We’re looking for team members with a One Team and Genuine Care mindset who are inspired to share the delight of the Tillamook brand with each other and others every day.

What you will do:

The Line Cook worker contributes to the successful day-to-day operations with connecting guests with Tillamook’s premium dairy products. This position is responsible for preparing, serving, and maintaining the high standards of quality put forth by the foodservice guidelines. These responsibilities are to be performed timely and while upholding Tillamook’s Shared Values to achieve the highest level of guest satisfaction and success as outlined by the business plan. The Line Cook will report directly to the Food & Beverage Manager and will be responsible for food service stations, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, adhering to all food and sanitary guidelines, as well as all other responsibilities directed by the management team.

Here’s a day in the life:

• Prepare all food orders quickly, correctly and with the highest quality.
• Operate and maintain grills, fryers, and assorted appliances and kitchen equipment.
• Uphold the integrity of the foodservice guidelines with brand standards, techniques, and adhering to local and state law.
• Prepare food for service. Prep, date, rotate, and check temperatures of product.
• Assist with the cleaning and organization of kitchen equipment.
• Complete opening and closing procedures.
• Stock all supplies with items necessary for the preparation of recipes.
• Label and stock daily/weekly orders from food service vendor.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area. Sanitary solution changed hourly.
• Record temperatures of all refrigeration and freezer equipment at open and close. Notify correct personnel if temperatures are not incorrect range.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with commercial food preparation and equipment preferred Knowledge of health regulations.
• Must obtain and provide a Food Handler’s Certification within 30 days of hire.

Physical requirements:

• Standing and/or walking
• Lifting 25 lbs.
• Vision for machine or computer operations
• Hearing

We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion where all employees are heard, valued and feel a sense of belonging. We rely on different perspectives, thoughts, backgrounds and cultures to inform our work, to help us be better as a brand and as an employer and to fuel our success. Weare seeking talent from a wide range of diversity, perspectives, and backgrounds to joinour exceptional organization and help us build our future.

Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA) is a Drug-Free Workplace.

EEO

TCCA prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability status (including those related to pregnancy and childbirth), protected veteran status, membership/non-membership in a labor organization, or any other characteristic protected by law.