Cook - The Ozark Mill

Bass Pro Shops•Ozark, MO

About The Position

The Cook prepares and portions food for the resort’s food and beverage outlets. The role requires experience with soups, stocks, grilling, and roasts, as well as knowledge of varied food-preparation methods and techniques. The Cook handles knives and kitchen equipment safely and effectively, follows the kitchen chain of command, and may assume control of the kitchen when a Sous Chef is absent. The position also helps train new cooks and supports the Chef in maintaining kitchen cleanliness. The Cook works under general supervision, following established procedures while using some independent judgment and innovation to complete assignments and resolve problems. The role requires working effectively with others in a close environment, with a learning attitude and speed and efficiency on the line. The work environment is frequently wet or humid and extremely hot, with occasional exposure to mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, outdoor weather, and extreme cold. Physical demands include regularly walking, standing, and lifting up to 50 pounds. This is a full-time position. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two to four years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts, including proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume, and apply basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagrammed, or scheduled instructions.
Ability to work well with others in a close environment, with a learning attitude and speed and efficiency on the line.
Regularly walk, stand, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in a culinary field or a certificate from a fifth-year college or university program.
Solid background in preparing soups, stocks, grilled items, and roasts.

Responsibilities

Prepare and portion food for the resort’s food and beverage outlets.
Prepare soups, stocks, grilled items, and roasts using varied methods and techniques.
Handle knives and operate kitchen equipment safely, efficiently, and effectively.
Assume control of the kitchen in the absence of a Sous Chef.
Follow the kitchen chain of command.
Take an active role in training new cooks.
Assist the Chef with maintaining kitchen cleanliness.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Discounts on retail merchandise, restaurants, resorts, and conservation attractions.
Medical benefits.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Health savings account.
Flexible spending account.
Voluntary benefits.
401(k) retirement savings.
Paid holidays.
Paid vacation.
Paid sick time.
Bass Pro Cares Fund.