Cook Full Time or Part Time, Banquets
Kansas City, KS - USA
Job Summary
This position typically starts at $17 per hour and works a variable schedule including evenings weekends and holidays. Team members begin accruing PTO starting on day one and fulltime employees are eligible for benefits after 90 days.
The Cook I position is an entry level cook position thatprepares and produces food items to be utilized in production and pantry areas. Prepare all items according to recipe standards. Maintains required stock levels and prepares items such as but not limited to soups stocks fruits proteins vegetables garnishes and assigned station and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition.
Responsibilities
Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance; arrives on time in a clean uniform with required name tag ID and licenses ready to work with a positive readytolearn attitude.
Greets guests and team members warmly and professionally supporting our Family Style Service culture.
Assists with basic food preparation by following stepbystep instructions and standard recipes including operating grills fryers ovens and other kitchen equipment as trained.
Completes preliminary prep tasks such as portioning chopping stocking ingredients and restocking stations in a timely and accurate manner.
Maintains correct ingredient levels and moves items from storage areas to workstations as needed.
Keeps all assigned work areas clean sanitary and organized following proper food safety and health code practices.
Handles kitchen tools equipment and perishable items safely and correctly ensuring proper storage cleaning and care.
May be asked to assist in other kitchens when necessary.
- Follows all safety procedures and standard operating guidelines and performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
1 year prior experience as a cook in a full-service kitchen preferred not required.
Must be 18 years of age.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
You must obtain a Food Handlers certificate from County Health Department.
Must pass background check
Must present a neat and professional appearance.
Works well with others especially other wait staff bartenders cooks supervisors etc.
Ability to read write and understand English and possess mathematical skills as applicable for recipe calculations and kitchen safety.
Ability to work in a loud fastpaced environment while handling multiple tasks under time constraints.
Must tolerate extreme kitchen temperatures including heat from cooking equipment and cold from refrigeration units.
Requires frequent standing walking bending lifting reaching pushing and pulling throughout the shift.
Must be able to lift carry push or pull up to 50 lbs. repeatedly including above or below shoulder height.
Requires sufficient visual ability to safely prepare food and operate kitchen equipment.
Must wear assigned uniform and slipresistant footwear appropriate for kitchen environments.
Shifts may vary depending on business needs including nights weekends and holidays
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
About Company
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