Line Cook II

Need some extra cash for the holidays. Offering a $500 sign on bonus. $250 paid out after 30 days and the rest after 90 days.

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At Olympia Hospitality we create a fun supportive environment where growth never stops and success is celebrated together. Guided by our values of continuous improvement accountability concern for others and trust we foster a culture of collaboration and integrity. If youre passionate driven and ready to thrive wed love to have you on our team.Apply today and build a career that inspires you!

The Cook is responsible for safely and efficiently preparing and cooking food that will keep our customers coming back. Our goal is to have customers tell us that our food and service is excellent!

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• Health Coverage That Works for You: We contribute up to 80% toward individual health plans and offer affordable dental and vision insurance. Plus with FSA and HSA options you can plan for your healthcare costs your way.
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Cook II Job Summary

The Cook II is a mid-level culinary position responsible for independently managing assigned stations with consistency and quality. This role executes prep production and service across multiple areas including line cooking and banquets while maintaining food safety and presentation standards. The Cook II assists in training Cook III team members and supports the overall flow of the kitchen during high-volume service. This position requires strong technical skills efficiency and adaptability.

Responsibilities

Cook II (Mid-Level / Independent)

Competent line cook who can run a station unsupervised with consistent quality.

Core Skills & Knowledge

• Proficiency in multiple stations (Garde Manger sauté grill banquets breakfast).
• Solid knife skills and ability to execute mise en place efficiently.
• Demonstrates consistency in portioning presentation and timing.
• Knowledge of safe food handling ServSafe certification preferred.
• Can read and interpret BEOs (Banquet Event Orders) and production sheets.
• Ability to handle moderate to high-volume service independently.
• Takes accountability for station cleanliness and organization.
• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and quality standards.
• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies.
• Ensure freshness and quality of ingredients before cooking.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation adhering to food safety standards and sanitation regulations.
• Collaborate with kitchen team members to ensure timely and efficient service.
• Monitor food inventory and communicate shortages or discrepancies to the appropriate personnel.
• Follow proper portion control and presentation techniques.
• Assist in the development of new menu items and specials.

Soft/Professional Skills

• Works with minimal supervision; self-motivated.
• Assists in training Cook III and dish staff.
• Communicates effectively with supervisors peers and FOH staff.
• Adaptable to last-minute menu changes and special requests.

Skills Required

• Provide high-level customer service communicate effectively with guests and team members follow instructions ability to learn quickly pay attention to detail and maintain composure when working under pressure

Technical Skills

• Safe and appropriate use and operation of kitchen equipment
• Knife skills grill broiler sauté and Expediter skills; garde manger experience
• Speed in meal production while ensuring high-quality food

Experience / Education

• Minimum 2 years experience; high school diploma and/or equivalent work experience; experience with receiving orders and inventory control helpful; Culinary Arts education preferred; Serve-Safe Certification and Allergy Awareness Training preferred

The Olympia Companies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to qualified applicants without regard to such characteristics as race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin disability genetic information protected veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable law.