Cook

What You’ll Do

• Assist with food preparation or execution of menu items and Grab N Go in an accurate and timely fashion
• Maintain quality and consistency of all foods served
• Maintain inventory and communicate with the Lead Cook
• Assist in receiving items and properly storing in assigned location
• Ensure all food is stored properly to include wrapped, label, and date with expiration dates
• Ensure station / service is set on time with the appropriate amount of food and supplies for the projected business
• Remain knowledgeable of the proper taste and presentation of all menu items, in all stations
• Assist in controlling food cost by monitoring waste and prepping accordingly to meet business levels
• Set up and break down service (breakfast, lunch, or dinner) including cleaning procedures
• Create Specials once tested and approved by Leadership
• Adhere to compliance with food handling and sanitation standards by the health department, state, and company regulations
• Check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met
• Maintain a clean, neat and well-organized work area
• Display work habits that promote accident prevention
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers, customers and vendors
• Will work at multiple locations on the Reno and Verdi campuses
• Exhibit strong teamwork skills
• Focused attention to details in performing repetitive tasks
• Cook will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor daily.

Who You Are

• Passionate- in creating an inclusive and safe work environment
• Adaptable- able to work in a dynamic environment
• Influential- able to communicate and act through complicated and potentially tense situations
• Proactive- demonstrates initiative, is conscientious and provides complete follow-through on areas of responsibility
• Service-minded- excellent service and support skills to all people
• Motivated- always seeking self-improvement
• Self-reflective- Acknowledge one's own experience and experiences of others. Adjusts behaviors for success in an inclusive workplace
• Inclusive- Experience working with groups across differences in respectful and equitable ways

Experience You Bring

• Valid Food Handler Card required
• 2+ years of professional culinary experience required
• Solid working knowledge of knife cuts and techniques such as brunoised, julienne, braise and stock / soup making
• Advanced allergen knowledge to accurately label and communicate
• Ability to follow recipes and directions
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing racial justice and equity
• Actively works towards creating a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment for all
• Ability to work without daily supervision
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks with the ability to prioritize work assignments
• Excellent guest service skills and attitude when attending stations on any specific function
• Enthusiasm for working in a team oriented, fast paced environment that fosters creativity
• Strong level of time management
• Strong sense of urgency
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines

Physical Requirements

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and / or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other associates, or guests.

• Ability to lift 30 pounds repeatedly and carry for up to 50 feet
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Bending, lifting, and chopping repetitively throughout the day
• Ability to wash dishes for extended periods of time
• Ability to work in a small physical space that can be loud at times

Employee Conduct

It is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive work environment through cooperative and professional interactions with co-workers, customers and vendors.

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