Culinary Cook

Overview

Join our dynamic culinary team as a Culinary Cook, where your passion for food and dedication to excellence will shine! In this vital role, you will craft delicious, high-quality dishes that delight our guests and uphold our commitment to food safety and culinary standards. Whether working in a fast-paced restaurant environment or a catering setting, your expertise in food preparation and kitchen operations will help create memorable dining experiences. We value energetic, detail-oriented professionals eager to bring their culinary skills to the table and grow within a vibrant food industry environment.

Duties

• Prepare and cook a variety of menu items with precision, adhering strictly to recipes and presentation standards
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including grills, braising pots, poaching stations, and food production appliances
• Ensure all food handling practices meet safety regulations and sanitizing procedures to maintain a clean and hygienic workspace
• Assist in menu planning by providing input on ingredient selection and dish presentation
• Support high-volume food production for both dine-in service and catering events, maintaining quality and consistency
• Participate in food safety management protocols, including proper storage, labeling, and sanitation of ingredients and utensils
• Collaborate with dietary department staff to accommodate special dietary needs and ensure meal compliance

Skills

• Proven experience in food preparation within restaurant or catering environments, with fine dining experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques such as grilling, braising, poaching, and other cooking methods
• Excellent knife skills for precise cutting, slicing, and portioning of ingredients
• Familiarity with operating various kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
• Ability to follow recipes accurately while maintaining high standards of food quality
• Experience in dietary aide tasks or dietary department operations is a plus
• Knowledge of food safety sanitizing procedures and food handling regulations to prevent contamination
• Skilled in meal preparation for large quantities while ensuring consistency across all dishes
• Previous experience in high-volume production settings demonstrating efficiency under pressure
• Strong understanding of food industry standards related to food safety management and serving protocols

Embark on a culinary journey with us—where your skills will be celebrated, your creativity encouraged, and your impact felt every day!

Pay: $18.25 - $23.25 per hour

Expected hours: 36.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person