Hardywood Provisions Line Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Description

The Food Truck Cook at Hardywood West Creek is responsible for driving an exemplary reputation for quality food, quick service, and friendly interaction between team members and guests in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Staff will work with direct oversight from the Kitchen Manager to prepare a curated menu consisting of burgers, sandwiches, fried foods, and shareables, as well as the potential for a range of catered options for special/private events.

Responsibilities

• Achieve the objectives of Hardywood's hospitality program to delight our customers with an exceptional food, beverage, and service experience.
• Consistently maintain high quality products through proper technique and recipe adherence.
• Operate and maintain professional grade equipment in a food truck environment with a focus on cleanliness, organization, customer satisfaction, and aesthetic presentation.
• Prepare and cook a range of offerings with a highlight on locally sourced ingredients for a menu consisting of burgers, sandwiches, fried foods, shareables, and a range of catering options.
• Host occasional pop-up kitchen events in outdoor beer gardens at Hardywood's Richmond or West Creek breweries in Spring, Summer, and Fall.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in the culinary field, with opportunity for advancement as Hardywood's culinary operations evolve.
• Help maintain proper inventory levels of food ingredients and kitchen supplies.
• Provide guidance, training, and oversight to other kitchen team members.
• Report to the Kitchen Manager and assist with additional tasks throughout the brewery as needed.
• Operating the POS and helping customers in a timely manner.
• Food preparation and stocking as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment (including but not limited to: dishwashing, sanitizing, following food safety guidelines and state regulations).
• Adhere to opening and closing procedures, safety guidelines, and cleanliness standards as outlined by the Kitchen Manager.
• Keep the food truck and all storage areas clean, organized, and safe.

Qualifications

• Strong oral communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Previous restaurant, catering, or bakery experience is a plus.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Physical requirements include ability to remain on feet and lift 50+ pounds throughout shifts of up to 12 hours.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced, high volume establishment while retaining attention to detail and safety.
• ServSafe Certification a plus.
• Must be available to work at least 1 day per weekend (Saturday and/or Sunday).

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift 50+ pounds.
• Must be able to work on your feet for the duration of a shift.
• Must be able to work outside year round.

Benefits

• Health Insurance, including medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement Plan: 401K program
• Accrued paid time off and holidays
• Discounted taproom merchandise and beer
• Work-life balance

Compensation

• This position is a full time, 40 hour a week, hourly position
• $20 per hour, with opportunity for performance-based raises and career advancement

Hardywood Park Craft Brewery is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

About Hardywood

Our mission and core values are the foundation of our value-based leadership approach, guiding every decision and action. By upholding our commitment to quality, innovation, integrity, safety, and sustainability, we foster a workplace where every team member is empowered to contribute meaningfully, ensuring both individual and collective success.

Our Mission:

To be the most respected craft brewer by relentlessly committing to quality and innovation, delighting our customers, creating an exceptional workplace experience, respecting our environment, and supporting our community... to Brew with Purpose .

Our Core Values:

• Safety: Cultivate a safe, welcoming environment for employees & customers.
  • Celebrate diversity and inclusivity by creating a safe and inviting environment and considering and being respectful of all perspectives
  • Promote responsible consumption
  • Take personal responsibility for yourself and others
  • Recognize the dangers and train accordingly
• Quality + Innovation: Strive to consistently create the most sought-after beverages in our industry.
  • Be open to change
  • Delight our customers with a world-class experience
  • Remember, details matter
  • Pursue continued improvement
• Integrity: Do the right thing when nobody's looking, even when it's hard.
  • Treat others like you want to be treated
  • Be honest
  • Hold yourself & others accountable
• Sustainability: Operate in a manner that ensures the ongoing success of all stakeholders.
  • Model environmental stewardship