Cook I

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Jamestown, KY

1d•$14 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Kentucky Department of Parks is seeking an experienced and motivated team leader with a passion for delivering exceptional guest service as our new Cook I for the Rowena Landing Restaurant at the Lake Cumberland State Resort Park, located on the beautiful 60 thousand plus acre Lake Cumberland. This Resort Park is one of the premier lodging and dining facilities in the area. For decades, we have been serving our guests in our 200-seat restaurant with panoramic views of Lake Cumberland. In addition to back-of- house operations, you will work closely with the front of the house operations, group sales and other departments to provide delivery of exceptional guest services and catering for multiple groups, events and banquets in various locations around the Park throughout the year. If providing quality customer service while working in one of the finest locations in Kentucky appeals to you, then this position MIGHT be for you!

Requirements

One year of cooking experience in an institutional or large scale commercial setting.
Vocational training in food service will substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.

Nice To Haves

Analytical thinking
Time management
Teamwork
Communication skills
Compliance with all Food and Beverage park standards
Ability to work under pressure
Excellent grooming standards
Willingness to develop team members and self
Flexibility to respond to an range of different work situations
Ability to work on your own or in teams
Maintain a valid KY ServSafe certification

Responsibilities

Plans, participates, implements, and manages food product consistency under the direction of the Chef III.
Assists in Menu Development under the direction of the Chef III.
Sanitizes food service area
Ensures proper food storage