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Air Culinaire WorldwideSan Jose, CA, US
30+ days ago
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  • Full-time
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Job Description

Job Description

Job Purpose :

The Cook is responsible for quality of food ingredients used and preparation methods. The Cook prepares basic food and menu items needed in filling catering orders based on customer requests. This position is an on-site team player and production support for all orders as well as being called on at times to shop and produce specialty items not in ACW spec books. The Cook is required to take immediate action in all orders received and is required to produce high quality menu items and recipes as instructed by the General Manager and Kitchen Management. The Cook prepares all foods to specification to include all hot foods, designed salads, sandwiches, canapés, desserts, sauces, and all cold food preparations according to designated preparation methods. The Cook is responsible for culinary quality and supports all culinary initiatives, learns all standard ACW food displays, culinary practices, as well as the safe use of fresh ingredients. The Cook works in partnership with all cooks, prep staff, porters, and management, to provide production solutions in situations arising that require action and critical thinking. The Cook work is based on following company procedures related to food quality, safety, customer satisfaction, and accuracy in cost.

Responsibilities and Associated Duties :

  • The Cook will participate in the process of training and directing new and existing Air Culinaire team members, take time to ensure all food, packaging, labeling, and allergens on all trays and are made with accuracy, food safety and HACCP compliance.
  • The Cook will assist in the butchering of meats and fish and assist with the daily operations of the kitchen.
  • Ensures that all food preparations and presentations meet ACW specifications and quality standards.
  • Use preventative maintenance with all kitchen equipment while directing the other team members to do the same.
  • The Cook will assist in ordering, inventory, cleaning, grocery shopping, and any other duties as assigned by the General Manager.

Benefits Package :

  • Air Culinaire Worldwide employees have the flexibility to design the benefit selections best suited for their needs.
  • Full Time employees are eligible for healthcare and supplemental benefits on the first day of the month, following 30 days of employment.
  • 401 (K) Retirement Plan with a discretionary 100% employer match of the first 6% of participant contributions.
  • Plan entry is the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.
  • Three (3) medical plans to choose from, with an excellent employer contribution.
  • Available Dental and Vision insurance
  • Company paid basic life insurance, with the option to elect additional voluntary term life.
  • Company paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Available supplemental benefits, including critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and pet insurance.
  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account available (for eligible plans)
  • Generous Vacation Program for full time employees
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • See our benefits here 2025 Benefits Guide
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  • Knowledge, Experience and Skill Requirements :

  • A High School diploma is required.
  • Minimum 3 years kitchen experience is required.
  • Current ServSafe Food Handling Certificate required at hire or within 45-days of hire.
  • Must be punctual and dependable.
  • Must have an understanding of cooking techniques.
  • Must have strong banquet and knife skills.
  • Ability to read and follow recipes.
  • Communicate effectively with team members.
  • Spanish Speaker preferred.
  • Culinary experience in restaurants, hotels, or catering companies- or its equivalent required, with experience in new culinary trends preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to take orders and follow through as well as direct and work well with others in a team-driven, fast-paced environment is essential.
  • Must be energetic, enthusiastic, creative, and highly motivated to assist in food preparation and presentation.
  • Flexibility to work shift hours that may vary, based on business needs.
  • OPERATIONAL DEMANDS

  • Open availability to work AM Shifts, PM Shifts, weekends and holidays.
  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stoop, stand for long periods of time, as well as walk, read orders, listening while discussing orders with fellow co-workers.
  • The employee is frequently required to use hands to handle, push, pull, reach, and carry items with hands and arms.
  • The employee must lift and / or move up to 40 pounds.
  • LANGUAGE SKILLS

  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • MATHMATICAL SKILLS

  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • REASONING ABILITY

  • Ability to apply good judgement understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
  • WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
  • Final candidate for the position will be required the following :

  • Pre- employment criminal background check
  • Pre-employment Drug Test
  • MVR (if applicable to the position)
  • E-Verify
  • We are a promote-from-within company, and top performers can achieve career goals quickly in this fast-paced growth organization!
  • Disclaimer :

    This position description highlights a general description of duties and responsibilities. Employee(s) may be assigned other duties, in addition to or in lieu of those described herein, and any duties are subject to change at any time, according to the needs of the location or Company.

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    Air Culinaire Worldwide, LLC. does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations.

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