Cook II

Churchill Downs • Erie, PA

66d

About The Position

Candidate must have working kitchen knowledge. Candidate must understand culinary terms and have strong mechanical skills. Candidate must have knowledge of all kitchen tools to include, but not limited to peelers, assorted knives, ovens, grills, fryolators, mixers, food processors, steam controlled equipment, and slicers'. Candidate must have a working knowledge of basic sanitation skills and be able to sanitize, and store kitchen equipment, and utensils according to proper industry standards, within specified time lines. Candidate will do skilled kitchen duties including pantry and salad preparation, proper preparation of meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, sous, stocks, and sauces. Candidate must be able to prepare items as needed to include, but not limited to broiling, sautéing, deep-frying, boiling, steaming, baking, and grilling. Candidate must have a working knowledge of all kitchen equipment and to alert their manager or Chef on duty of any equipment failures or needed maintenance immediately. Candidate will be expected to perform their duties in various climates and conditions due to equipment that uses water, steam, chemicals, and heat for safe maintaining of food contact surfaces. Candidate must be able to work under pressure in a fast paced environment, and complete tasks with a “sense of urgency.” Candidate must be able to instruct proper methods and procedures while communicating to subordinate employees in a professional manner according to Presque Isle standards. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• A minimum of two year's food service experience required.
• Candidate must be able to read, write, add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Candidate must have a working knowledge of safe proper use and storage of foods and human consumption.
• Candidate must have a strong ability to perform job functions with minimum supervision, and follow information on a daily production schedules and checklists.

Benefits

• Health insurance (including Vision and Dental!) the first of the month following 30 days of employment for regular FT Team Members
• Accrual of Paid Time Off for FT and PT
• 401k with Company Match - 100% vested at sign up
• Company Stock Purchase Plan
• Team Member Engagement
• Team Member Referral Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees