Cook I

Overview

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This range is provided by Emily Hotels. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$23.00 / hr - $23.00 / hr

Responsibilities

• Cook food items such as meats, fish, entrees, vegetables, sauces, eggs, etc., according to a pre-assigned schedule.
• Plating and garnishing meal items in accordance with the instructions provided by the Chef.
• Expedite food in cooperation with other cooks so it comes out in a simultaneous / consistent fashion.
• Ensure that all cooking stations are adequately stocked with the necessary meal ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Assist with preparation and production of menu items following standardized recipes and procedures, and using equipment such as grills, fryers, steamers, ranges, broilers, steam kettles, and ovens.
• Use mixers, slicers, and choppers in preparation of recipes and food for service.
• Demonstrate excellent knife skills and product identification, while maintaining a sense of urgency and time constraints.
• Assist in the supervision, training, and delegation of work for personnel in the food service unit.
• Follow safety / sanitation procedures in the handling of food / equipment.
• Serve and dish up foods, adhering to standardized portions, as required.
• Clean kitchen and wash / clean kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Assist in special cleaning projects, as assigned.
• Maintain efficient standards of operation and time preparation periods to meet service schedules.
• Assure that food reaches serving lines at proper temperatures.
• May be required to butcher meats, fish and poultry for portioning and production.
• May be required to assist in the setting up, serving and cooking of menu items required for special functions, catered events or buffets.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Essential duties and responsibilities

What you bring

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

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