A Specialty Cook is responsible for interpreting and producing specialty food and menus to specifications Compensation & Competitive benefits that let you see the world: -Starting rate: $28.00/hr Main Duties and Responsibilities: - Prepares all Specialty Cuisine dishes as per menu specifications and recipes - Uses Specialty Cuisine cooking equipment, techniques and plate presentation - Converts recipes from Specialty Cuisine language back into English for Specialty Cuisine - Produces classical food items from specifications laid out by airline for Specialty Cuisine - Converts Specialty Cuisine recipes into large quantities for production - Wash's, peels and/or cuts various foods to prepare for cooking or serving - Carries food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas - Prepares vegetables, fruits, salads, and foods for cooking - Must be able to multi-task in a high-pressure environment - Follows directions - Works as a member of a team - Additional duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by management Qualifications Education: - Culinary degree and/or cook certification is preferred. Work Experience: - Expertise in specialty cuisine - Must have five (5) years of experience in cooking specialty cuisine - Experience in quantity and quality food preparation and kitchen maintenance Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration) - Not applicable Language / Communication Skills: - Read, write, and follow food specifications and menu guidelines - Communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers Requirements of the Job: - Complies with company policies - Completes paperwork and related administrative duties - Knowledge of sanitation requirements in food preparation and storage - Knowledge of methods of preparing, cooking and serving food - Knowledge of the uses of kitchen utensils and equipment and the operation thereof - Must be skilled with knives - Ability to work under direct supervision and cooperate with other staff personnel - Ability to follow oral and written instructions - Ability to assist in the preparation of various foods Work Environment - Will be exposed to extreme temperature changes and noise.