Cook

CookPosition Title: CookReports To: Lead Cook/Sous Chef/Executive Sous ChefBelow are the core responsibilities that make up the priority functions and most important responsibilities of this position. These core responsibilities are divided into two categories, job function and professionalism and style expectations.Following the core responsibilities is a physical requirements category that is also expected of all positions within StepStone Hospitality, Inc.Each responsibility of this position is assigned a weight that indicates the percentage of the overall job it represents. For performance appraisal purposes, the core responsibilities (what the job is; the substance of the job) account for 90% of the overall appraisal score. The other 10% is based on the professionalism and style category (how the individual goes about doing the job).Job FunctionWeight: 90%Job functions describe the substance and most important responsibilities of the job.1. AdministrationMaintain health and sanitation standards.Maintain soap and sanitation buckets at each station at all timesCover label and date all food productsOpen kitchen and close kitchen in absence of supervisorsAdhere to all prepared written recipes for all menu items.Report out of stock items to the supervisorPrepare all sauces and all dishes for breakfast, dinner menus.Help set-up restaurant and employee cafeteria buffet.Prepare all menu and featured items under the Executive Chef's direction.Supervise and assist dishwashers and pantry personnel.Perform the duties of the prep list schedule.Maintain health and sanitation standards.Prepare all dressings and cold sauces.Maintain adequate supply of desserts.Prepare all salads.Prepare all salads for buffet and employee cafeteria.Assist with banquet preparation.2. SupportMust have a knowledge of the English language to effectively communicate with guests, associates, and vendors.Ability to scrupulously follow all StepStone and hotel policies and procedures.Attend required meetings.Professionalism and Style ExpectationsWeight: 10%These are expected of every associate within StepStone Hospitality, Inc.3. Personal EffectivenessProjects and assignments are completed thoroughly, professionally, and with care.Adjusts to high-pressure conditions and is open to change.Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development.Conducts him/herself (acts and dresses) professionally at all times; sets standards for all associates.4. CommunicationUnderstands and communicates the StepStone Mission and Core ValuesExpresses ideas and conveys information clearly, effectively, and professionally.Actively listens to others.Conveys company information, decision, or problems to appropriate parties on a timely basis.Works to resolve disagreements and is respectful of peers and co-workers.Physical Requirements5. These are required of every associate.Minimum lifting of 50 pounds.Pushing, bending, stooping, upward reaching, manual dexterity.Hearing, reading, writing.Minimum pulling of 50 pounds.Other duties may be assigned.Additional responsibilities specific to you are:Must have a comprehensive knowledge of all hotel departments and functions.Must have a knowledge of applicable Federal, state, and local health, safety, and legal regulations.High school education and relevant training and experience preferred.CPR training and first aid training preferred.Additional language ability preferred.