Cook 1

HMSHost

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Computer Workstations, Cook Dishes, Customer Support/Service, Food Safety, Food and Beverage Industry, Insurance, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, QoS (Quality of Service), Record Keeping, Restaurant, Retail Management, Sanitation, Waitressing
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
Today
With a career at HMSHost, you really benefit! We Offer* Health, dental and vision insurance* Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)* Holiday pay* Meal and Transportation Benefits* *401(k) retirement plan with company match* *Company paid life insurance* *Tuition reimbursement* Employee assistance program* Training and exciting career growth opportunities* Referral program - refer a friend and earn a bonus* Benefits may vary by position so ask your recruiter for details.Summary:The Cook is responsible for preparing cooked foods and must be able to perform all station functions of Fry, Flat Top Griddle, Pantry, and cooking eggs; communicating ticket times and potential problems to the manager on duty and servers as necessary; providing the highest quality of service to customers and associates at all times; performs all other responsibilities as directed by the business or as assigned by management. This is a non-exempt position and typically reports to Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, or General Manager depending upon local requirements.Essential Functions:Follows recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving and serving food items which may include soups, meats, vegetables, desserts and other food and beverage products Tastes products, follow menus, estimate food requirements, check production and keep records in order to accurately plan production requirements and requisition supplies and equipment as needed Cleans and sanitizes work stations and equipment Practices excellent food safety and sanitation practices and complies with HACCP standards Operates a variety of kitchen equipment; Measures and mixes ingredients, washes, peels, cuts and shreds fruits and vegetables Stocks, dates, rotates, and checks temperature of productMinimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment:Requires food preparation skills and knowledge of HACCP standards Requires a minimum of 1 year of closely related cooking experience, work experience in high volume and casual dining restaurant environment preferred Requires food knowledge pertaining to Soups, Sauté, Broiler, Fry, and Pantry Requires the ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with customers Requires the ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds Requires the ability to bend, twist, and stand to perform normal job functions Frequently immerses hands in water and water diluted with chemical solutions Frequently works with sharp knives, utensils, and hot plates Frequently works in hot environmentEqual Opportunity Employer (EOE) Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) Drug Free Workplace (DFW)Source: HMSHost

About the Company

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HMSHost

Making Your Career More Satisfying HMSHost is part of Autogrill S.p.A. –the world’s largest provider of food and beverage services for travelers. Along with the rest of the Autogrill Group, we are recognized industry leaders who create innovative dining locations at airports and on motorways worldwide. With 33,000 associates and revenues of more than $2.7 billion, we use our experience and global reach to offer travelers an unparalleled blend of local, regional and international brands. HMSHost will provide you with the opportunity to develop your career at our many branded restaurants. Explore our various hourly and management positions in the U.S. and Canada or our corporate openings in Bethesda, Maryland.

INDUSTRY
Restaurant/Food Services
FOUNDED
1897
WEBSITE
http://www.hmshost.com/