Skilled Cook III

Skilled Cook III HMSHost by Avolta - 3.0 Los Angeles, CA Job Details $27 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance Paid holidays Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Buffet service Kitchen health and safety standards Industrial fryers Sautéing Food service health code compliance HACCP Kitchen stations Fast casual experience Full Job Description $27.00 per hour With a career at HMSHost, you really benefit! We Offer Health, dental and vision insurance Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick) Holiday pay Meal and Transportation Benefits 401(k) retirement plan with company match Company paid life insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Training and exciting career growth opportunities Referral program - refer a friend and earn a bonus Benefits may vary by position so ask your recruiter for details.

Summary:

The Cook 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; providing the highest quality of service to customers and associates at all times; performs all other responsibilities as directed by the business or as assigned by management. This is a non-exempt position and typically reports to Store Manager, 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 work stations 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

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment:

Requires food preparation skills and knowledge of HACCP standards Requires a minimum of 3 years of closely related cooking experience in high volume or fast casual dining restaurant environment Requires food knowledge pertaining to Sauces, 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 environment Supervisor/Lead experience preferred Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) Drug Free Workplace (DFW) About HMSHost We are a global hospitality company with a passion for service! HMSHost offers the size, resources, training, and advancement opportunities you need to reach your most important career goals. At HMSHost, we know our success is based on earning the trust and loyalty of our people . We commit to providing a work experience that earns your loyalty , provides a place where you feel like you belong , work you can be proud of, a place to have fun, earn money , and have the opportunity for advancement . We support this with competitive wages, robust benefits and recognition for a job well done. Working for HMSHost is more than serving food & beverage, it's like being an ambassador for the city you live in - as we put it - helping travelers feel good on the move! Ready to feel great at work? Apply today to join the HMSHost family of restaurants, we help travelers feel good on the move!