Restaurant Cook

Job Description Salary Range: $19.16 - $23.95* (Compensation varies by geographic location; the listed range reflects multiple markets, including higher-cost areas). Responsibilities Maintain an active role in the smoothness and efficiency of retail restaurant operations by producing and coordinating the production of food items needed for daily menus and special events. Control daily and weekly inventories. Maintain team awareness of inventory cost and profitability through proper use of production, build‑to, and order sheets. Check in with the supervisor for any special preparation needed before starting normal kitchen tasks. Perform job responsibilities normally associated with those of a cook, including: Coordinate production of daily menu items using menu count and production (or build‑to) sheets to help control waste. Check inventory of all menus. Communicate supply needs for production with the head cook. Maintain a clean and organized work area, keeping in mind all health and sanitation standards to assure food integrity. Maintain equipment daily and report any malfunctions to the designated associate. Maintain flow of food orders by communicating with associates promptly. Verify all special orders with the designated associate. Maintain production of menu items throughout the day, keeping up with supply demands and making serious efforts to avoid waste. Close and sanitize the work area promptly according to health codes and gather items required for the next day’s production. Communicate any supplies that need to be ordered to the supervisor. Check in with a supervisor before leaving. Uphold all health and sanitation standards as directed by Neiman Marcus, the local health department, and third‑party sanitation auditors. Qualifications High school diploma or GED. At least three years of relevant experience. “Win together” mentality. The role requires standing, bending, climbing stairs, and lifting and carrying up to 35 pounds. Associates must be available during evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs. Benefits Medical insurance. Dental insurance. Vision insurance. 401(k) retirement plan. Basic life insurance. Supplemental life insurance. Disability insurance. Additional voluntary benefits (critical illness, hospital and accident insurance). Employee discount. Saks Global is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr 060 SAKS & CO LLC