Cook III

OTG - Newark, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Newark, NJ

1,001-5,000 employees

Food Services and Drinking Places

About the position

Join OTG as a Cook III now at EWR and drive a new type of hospitality. Explore career opportunities in a unique hospitality environment with some of the industry's best compensation and benefits, including PTO, Healthcare, and a competitive 401k match. As a Cook III at EWR, you are essential in delivering the exceptional OTG guest experience. Your responsibilities include preparing food to precise temperature, portion, and plating specifications while maintaining a clean and sanitized work area. A successful Cook III enjoys working with others and is motivated to deliver high-quality food experiences for guests.

Responsibilities

• Work on the line in one of OTG's full-service concepts
• Prepare all the menu items on each station and know how to prepare the station for service
• Ensure the correct temperature, portion size, and plating specifications are executed for consistent presentation according to OTG standards
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and sanitation of work areas and equipment
• Knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment (i.e. stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers, kettles, etc.)
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with team members to achieve guest satisfaction
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be fully conversational in English
• 3+ years of culinary experience in a fast-paced dining restaurant (demonstrating proficient cooking skills)
• Experience on multiple stations in the kitchen required
• Must successfully obtain ServSafe certification or equivalent within 30 days of being hired
• Knowledge of cooking procedures, safety, and sanitation
• Able to lift 35 lbs. or more

Benefits

• PTO
• Healthcare
• Competitive 401k match