White Horse Cook II

PORT MADISON ENTERPRISES FAMILY • Suquamish, WA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cook II prepares and cooks meals for guests of the restaurant, bar, and banquets, and consistently provides spectacular customer service in interactions with both internal and external customers. The role prepares food according to menu requirements and the number of people to be served, including food for beverage cart service. Food must be prepared to high standards and in compliance with health and sanitation regulations.

The Cook II mixes sauces associated with menu items and may assist with menu planning based on seasonal foods and local availability. The position may involve handling seafood such as crab, lobster, and shrimp to prepare cocktails. The Cook II may also assist the F&B management team with training and developing staff in techniques, equipment, recipes, preparation methods, and presentation. The role complies with applicable OSHA training requirements and performs other duties assigned by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Food handler’s card required within 30 days of employment.
• SERV SAFE Certification required within six months of employment.
• Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and cooking procedures.
• Working knowledge of health standards and proper cooking and food storage temperatures.
• Ability to communicate professionally with guests and employees.
• Good math skills and ability to problem solve.
• Organized and able to carry out tasks at the direction of a supervisor.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds while standing, twisting, or bending.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and have the manual and finger dexterity needed to handle serving dishes and other equipment.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of previous experience in food preparation or culinary work.
• Formal culinary education.
• Knowledge of ordering supplies and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food in quantities appropriate to the menu and number of guests to be served.
• Prepare food for beverage cart service.
• Prepare food to high standards and in compliance with health and sanitation regulations.
• Mix sauces associated with menu items.
• Assist with menu planning by considering seasonal foods and local availability.
• Comply with OSHA-specific training requirements to help ensure a safe working environment.
• Handle seafood such as crab, lobster, and shrimp to prepare cocktails, as needed.
• Assist the F&B management team with training and developing staff in techniques, equipment, recipes, preparation methods, and presentation, as needed.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED