Skip to main content
Tallo logoTallo logo

Find Jobs

Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location

Skip to job details

Back to Results

Apply for this opportunity

To apply for this job, you'll continue to an external website or email application.

Parkside Homes, Inc.

Cook

Career Insights for Cook

See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.

Scorecard

Based on Kansas data

Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?

Were these scores useful?

What they do

A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.

$32,061 / year median in Kansas

+2% projected growth

Explore Career

Job Description

Cook Job Duties:
Cleans food preparation areas as determined by law and company policy Prepares foods to the specifications of the client Prepares food before the arrival of guests Makes adjustments to food items to accommodate guests with allergies or specific diet concerns Manages other employees in the kitchen Acts as liaison to front-of-house employees to ensure proper food service temperature Seasons food according to recipes or company needs Orders ingredients and spices as needed Operates various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer Portions, arranges, and garnishes food based on client preference Assists other cooks during the food assembly process Devises new recipes Estimates expected food consumption and organizes preparation Keeps records and accounts of food purchases Orders new menu items for specials or cheap deals Butchers and cooks animal meat based on the restaurant atmosphere Meets with customers to ensure a great meal experience Prepares any necessary sauces or accompaniments before meal service begins Stays open until the last customer leaves Offers a creative menu to compete with other local restaurants Cleans up after business hours Communicates with owner about how to improve meal service
Cook Skills and Qualifications:
Basic Computational Skills, Organizational Skills, Verbal Communication, Culinary Arts, Kitchen Equipment Knowledge, Butchering, Knowledge of International Cuisines, Creativity, Interpersonal Skills Alters dishes based on consumer suggestions or requirements
Hours:
12pm-8pm for a total of 40 hours/week. This position would require every other weekend.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$15.00 - $19.50 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Paid training Vision insurance Shift availability: Night Shift (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Hillsboro, KS 67063 (Required)
Work Location:
In person