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Van Acre
Van Acre Prep Cook
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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.
$33,540 / year median in Wisconsin
-1% projected decline
Job Description
Van Acre Prep Cook 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars Wausau, WI $16
- $17 an hour
- Full-time Van Acre 5 reviews $16
- $17 an hour
- Full-time Company Overview Van Acre is a spirited restaurant part of the one-of-a-kind Hilton Garden Inn Wausau that continues to push the standard of excellence in our industry with an established team of professionals motivated to exceed guest expectations at every turn.
- Maintain cleanliness and always comply with food sanitation standards.
- Prepare requisitions for supplies and food items, as needed.
- Prepare and organize the station, preparing all food necessary to start serving.
- Learn Van Acre menus, recipes, preparation and presentation.
- Prepare food items according to designated recipes, quality standards and ensure that food is in peak condition.
- Practice correct food handling and food storage procedures according to federal, state, local and company regulations.
- Prepare all food for next shift and for the following day as required and directed by the Food & Beverage Manager.
- Maintain accurate daily inventory of kitchen food, beverages and supplies.
- Maintain the work area, including all counter tops, utensils, equipment, and refrigeration in a clean and sanitary condition in accordance with state, county, and company health regulations and work safety regulations.
- Set up and stack the stations daily according to volume.
- Ensure food is prepared in a timely manner and at the correct temperature.
- Adapt to different stations based on the kitchen's need.
- Label, date, and store all food items properly.
- Comply with health and safety regulations.
- Other duties as assigned. Qualifications
- Minimum education of a high school diploma.
- Minimum of 2-4 years of kitchen and cooking experience.
- Ability to work harmoniously and effectively with subordinates, peers, supervisors, executives, and the public.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Obtain nationally recognized food sanitation certification, such as Servsafe or TIPS.
- Reliable with strong work ethic, customer service skills, attention to detail, problem solving and verbal and written communication.
- Ability to push, pull, carry and lift 50 pounds on a regular basis throughout the shift. Moving furniture, frequent walking, standing, bending and stair climbing are also regular requirements of the job.
- Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperativeness and work with a minimum of supervision.
Pay:
$16.00- $17.