Cook

Smithfield Foods • Smithfield, VA

78d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cook is responsible for accurately and efficiently preparing, seasoning and cooking all menu items in accordance with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, recipes, policies and procedures. Also performs other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for menu item plates. Position is located in Smithfield, Virginia. No relocation offered, must provide own transportation. This is not a general laborer position in the Plant.

Requirements

• 2+ years of cooking experience in a well-rated restaurant, preferred but not required.
• Strong time management skills.
• Culinary training is preferred, but not required.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to uncompromising quality.
• Customer service focused, team player with a willingness to help other employees when needed.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekend and evening shifts.
• Ability to work shifts with long periods of walking and standing.
• Must have Food Handler's Card.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food in accordance with food safety preparation guidelines to include cooking temperatures and times and presents food on the plate in a generally pleasing fashion.
• Follows recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving & serving food items to include soups, sandwiches, meats, vegetables & other menu products.
• Inspect kitchen prior to beginning cooking to ensure up to standard regarding food safety guidelines, inspects all food items before use for any sign of cross contamination or spoilage.
• Handles, stores, labels, & rotates all products properly & in accordance to applicable state laws.
• Keeps kitchen free of health code violations.
• Cleans kitchen on daily schedule outlined by executive chef.
• Estimates expected food consumption; then requisitions or purchases supplies, or procures food from storage.
• Consults with supervisory staff to plan menus, taking into consideration factors such as costs & special event needs.
• FIFO foods to ensure top quality food execution.
• Assist in dish-washing and maintain a clean dish pit when dishwasher hasn't arrived for the day.

Benefits

• Robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs.
• Be Well programs offering tools and resources to enhance quality of life.
• Comprehensive training and professional development programs.
• Tuition assistance covering English language learning and various certificate programs.
• Apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with focused learning.
• Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees' children.
• Education Reimbursement Program for furthering formal education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods