AM and PM Cook at the Holiday Inn Columbia
Position: AM / PM Cook
Reports to: Executive Chef
JOB SUMMARY
The Line Cook is responsible for making food according the restaurant orders and per the Executive Chef’s instructed recipes.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Experience
• High School Diploma preferred; proven cooking experience, including experience as a line chef, restaurant cook or prep cook
• Possess a Food Handlers Certification
JOB ESSENTIALS
• Carefully and safely prepare food according to Chef or Sous Chef direction and as ordered, taking care to portion correctly and present appealingly.
• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
• Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Check pars for shift use, ensuring that correct amounts are pulled for prep and noting items that need replenishment.
• Maintain food line to ensure that all required items are adequately stocked during initial set-up.
• Ensure all food is stored properly and that all equipment is cleaned and maintained up to all health standards and established hotel policies regarding kitchen cleanliness and sanitation at end of shift.
• Properly store foods at end of shift in designated areas following wrapping, dating, and rotation procedures.
• Consistently take steps to control food waste, loss and usage.
• Stock inventory appropriately
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation. Complete all assigned cleaning functions as specified by Chef or Sous Chef during working shift.
• Practice proper food safety handling procedures
• Ensure the proper and safe use of kitchen equipment.
• Follow proper Hotel safety policies and procedures and use safety equipment as needed to ensure the safety of all team members during each shift. Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner.
• Ensure work area is clean and clear of standing water, debris or any objects that can obstruct the job duties from being performed safely, efficiently and effectively
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned
Other
• The ability to work with minimal supervision in a high-volume quality oriented culinary operation is required.
• Must be able to multi-task.
• Must have working knowledge of all kitchen equipment including but not limited to; ovens, grills, broilers, fryers, steam tables, mixers, knives, slicers, etc.
• Working knowledge of sanitation, standards, and inventory control systems.
Job Description
• Working knowledge of basic food-handling skills, various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
• Ability to prioritize, organize and follow up,
• Ability to read, speak and understand the English language in order to communicate with servers to complete guest requested food orders.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to cleanliness
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and how to maintain it.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and guests.
• Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers with tact and diplomacy to defuse anger, collect accurate information and resolve conflicts.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis; Able to work varied shifts, including Weekday Evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Physical Demands
• While performing the duties of this position, the job regularly requires standing and walking for an entire shift, twisting, bending, reaching and lifting up to 20 pounds.
Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules (including Holidays and weekends) to reflect the business needs of the hotel. In addition, attendance at all scheduled training sessions and meetings is required.
This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.