Cook CD - Standard

With a career at HMSHost, you really benefit! We OfferHealth, dental and vision insuranceGenerous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)Holiday payMeal and Transportation Benefits*401(k) retirement plan with company match*Company paid life insurance*Tuition reimbursementEmployee assistance programTraining and exciting career growth opportunitiesReferral program - refer a friend and earn a bonusBenefits may vary by position so ask your recruiter for details.Summary:The Cook CD - Standard 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; performing all other responsibilities as directed by the business or assigned management of which associate is capable of performing; providing the highest quality of service to customers and associates at all times. This is a non-exempt position and typically reports to StoreManager, Assistant Store Manager, or General Manager depending upon local requirements.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 workstations 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, dates, rotates, and checks temperature of product* Other Duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment:* Requires food preparation skills and knowledge of HACCP standards* Requires a minimum of 1 year of closely related cooking experience, work experience in high volume or fast casual dining restaurant environment preferred* Requires food knowledge pertaining to Soups, Sauté, Broiler, Fry, and Pantry* Requires the ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with individuals* Requires the ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds* Requires the ability to bend, twist, and stand to perform normal job functions* Frequently immerses hands in water and water diluted with chemical solutions* Frequently works with sharp knives, utensils, and hot plates* Frequently works in hot environmentEqual Opportunity Employer (EOE) Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) Drug Free Workplace (DFW)Source: HMSHost