Cook

Cook

The Cook is primarily responsible for prepping and producing menu items for Plateia Restaurant guests and in-room dining items for LCC hotel guests. The incumbent interacts with team members and clients in a high-volume restaurant environment. The Cook may also assist the LCC Banquets team based on business needs.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years food preparation and general maintenance of a kitchen (Required) Or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience (Required)
• Ability to read, understand, and speak English sufficient to determine and carry out job duties (Required)
• Ability to engage with diverse populations in a respectful and culturally responsive manner (Required)
• Ability to work cooperatively as a part of a team (Required)
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic calculations necessary to understand recipes, measurements, and portion sizes (Required)
• Knowledge of the rules and procedures of sanitation and safety as they apply to production, storage, and service within a food establishment (Required)
• Knowledge of inventory control principles and methods (Required)
• Ability to comply with safety standards and procedures for both personal and public safety (Required)
• Ability to produce and present food in a high-volume restaurant environment and work effectively under conditions of a fluctuating workload and schedule (Required)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills skills to review daily orders and plan daily work schedules (Required)
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance (Required)
• Ability to operate independently and exercise good judgment to ensure customer satisfaction (Required)
• Strong culinary techniques and practices and understanding of culinary terminology (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment:

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
• Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.
• Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.
• Available to work varying schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs (Required)