Cook

HMSHost

Elizabeth, NJ

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Computer Workstations, Cook Dishes, Customer Support/Service, Food Safety, Food and Beverage Industry, QoS (Quality of Service), Record Keeping, Restaurant, Sanitation, Waitressing
LOCATION
Elizabeth, NJ
POSTED
3 days ago
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.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 productsTastes products, follow menus, estimate food requirements, check production and keep records in order to accurately plan production requirements and requisition supplies and equipment as neededCleans and sanitizes work stations and equipmentPractices excellent food safety and sanitation practices and complies with HACCP standardsOperates a variety of kitchen equipment; Measures and mixes ingredients, washes, peels, cuts and shreds fruits and vegetablesStocks, dates, rotates, and checks temperature of productMinimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment:Requires food preparation skills and knowledge of HACCP standardsRequires a minimum of 1 year of closely related cooking experience, work experience in high volume and casual dining restaurant environment preferredRequires food knowledge pertaining to Soups, Sauté, Broiler, Fry, and PantryRequires the ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with customersRequires the ability to lift and/or move up to 40 poundsRequires the ability to bend, twist, and stand to perform normal job functionsFrequently immerses hands in water and water diluted with chemical solutionsFrequently works with sharp knives, utensils, and hot platesFrequently works in hot environmentTo learn more about HMSHost and additional career opportunities, visit 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/