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Premiere Food Service, a Creative Dining Services company, is a multi-state and growing customer focused Corporate Food Service Management Company and is accepting resumes for an experienced, outgoing, customer focused teamwork oriented Cook at the beautiful, state of the art Lincoln Financial Dining Center located in Ft. Wayne, IN.
We offer Monday-Friday full time daytime workweek with exceptional benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurances, employer matching 401(k), paid holidays, incentive programs, very competitive pay, free meals and much more.
Overview
The Cook works within the Dining Services Department to ensure that high quality, properly seasoned, nutritious food is being provided throughout the operation, in a fiscally responsible and safe manner. Works cooperatively as a valued member of the dining services team, assisting with any aspect of the dining services program necessary.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities
-Time food production such that all food is ready at the time of service
-Proficient at producing soups and sauces from scratch
-Prepare food items according to established recipes and menus in a manner in which preserves food freshness, quality and appeal
-Utilize batch cooking techniques to avoid over or under production
-Utilize safe food handling techniques at all times
-Store food items according to established standards of practice; utilize proper labeling and dating
-Hold prepared food items at appropriate temperatures (below 40° if cold, above 135° if hot)
-Maintain production records (food usage, overages, shortages, customer counts, etc.)
-Maintain established logs (food temperatures, cooling temperatures, cooler & freezer temperatures, etc.)
-Maintain a clean and sanitized work area
-Follow established work rules and regulations; ready for work in the kitchen, in uniform, at the scheduled time
-If work shift requires, properly open and/or close the kitchen â unlocking/locking doors & secured areas, and turning on/turning off of all equipment essential to the operation
-Maintain a safe, tidy and well organized work environment at all times; clean up spills quickly, wear protective gear as needed (ie: slicer glove), and store wares safely
-Communicate needs and concerns regarding food production and kitchen operation to supervisor appropriately, and in a timely manner
-Monitor kitchen equipment for proper functioning; report any discrepancies to supervisor immediately
Other Functions/Responsibilities:
-Support other kitchen employees in assuring that the essential functions of the kitchen are performed adequately and appropriately
-Be proactive in communication; monitor communication posting areas closely
-Assist management personnel in ordering and inventory procedures
-Removal of refuse as needed
-Putting away/Pulling stock as needed
-Physical Demands/Work Environment
-The Cook position involves the physical work of being mobile for several hours at a time. Must be able to move pans of food onto serving area. Must be able to handle serving equipment (tongs, spoons, ladles, etc.) and plate and place food on counter. Kitchen/serving environment may include hot, humid, or cold temperatures. Must be able to move/lift 25 lbs.
*Methods to perform essential job functions will be reasonably accommodated to allow individuals with disabilities to perform them.
Education â Skills - Expectations
-Minimum of 2 years cooking experience
-High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required
-ServSafe Certification
-Some experience in food service preferred
Must possess a positive, can-do attitude, be detail-oriented, and possess a well-rounded knowledge of the food service industry. Must maintain professionalism at all times, and work with others in a cooperative manner, even while working under pressure. Willing to engage actively in the physical work of a high-quality hospitality service operation. As a representative of Premiere Food Service, a Creative Dining Services company, must function in accordance with our corporate Mission, Vision, and Core Values statements.
This job description is subject to change at any time.
For immediate consideration, please apply at: http://creativedining.com/careers?gnk=job&gni=8a78879f6993b6ea01699c42bbfd21f9&gns=Craigslist
