Cook - FULL TIME

Elvis Presley Enterprises•Memphis, TN

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Become a part of the exciting growth at Graceland! Since opening to the public in 1982, Elvis Presley's Graceland has hosted over 20 million visitors from every state in the union and nearly every country of the world. Graceland welcomes over 500,000 visitors each year, is one of the five most visited home tours in the United States, and is the most famous home in America after The White House. In 1991, Graceland was placed on the National Register of Historic Places. In 2006, it was designated a National Historic Landmark. Graceland visitors come from all walks of life, all ages, all musical tastes, all income levels, all educational backgrounds, and all parts of the world. Our employees are ambassadors to Memphis and work hard to ensure all of our guests are treated with the same southern hospitality that Elvis Presley was known for. This is a full-time position located in the Food and Beverage Department at Graceland having variable/flexible working hours to include weekends, holidays, evenings, and overtime as required. This is a promotional opportunity. Benefits may be offered after successful completion of a sixty (60) day introductory period. This is an internal/external recruitment.

Requirements

Knowledge of Memphis and Shelby County health codes
Ability to bake and cook a variety of food
Demonstrated understanding and working knowledge of proper techniques for food preparation
Ability to accurately handle money and cash transactions
Skill to operate and clean various restaurant equipment
Ability to work quietly and accurately under constant pressure of often conflicting deadlines and numerous interruptions
Ability to maintain confidentiality and objectivity
Organizational skills to determine workload in a timely manner
Must be able to exercise tact and diplomacy during discussions with individuals
Ability to stoop, reach, walk and stand for long periods of time
Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 50lbs
Speak clearly and distinctly
Uniform is required
Hair net must be worn
Must follow and have knowledge of health codes and requirements

Nice To Haves

Some knowledge of catering helpful.

Responsibilities

Responsible for cooking and preparing meals and as needed to include special events and other meetings/events as required
Stock products using proper procedures
Clean and sanitize work are
Weigh, measure, and portion food according to department procedure
Assist with evaluating leftovers
Label, date and store food properly
Prepare food according to standardized recipes in correct amount
Create new ways to present food attractively and nutritiously
Set up cafeteria food line
Carry out the master menu plan and adjust when required or directed
Schedule food preparation on time for serving, but not too far in advance
Serve hot food attractively and efficiently
Take and process orders
Complete cash transactions
Assist guests with questions and needs
Abide by Memphis and Shelby County health codes as well as Graceland’s policies and procedures
Bus, cashier, work food line, and other duties as assigned.