Cook (Full Time)
About The Position
The Cook prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and company standards, guidelines, regulations, policies, and procedures, ensuring quality food service at all times. The role is at Principal, 655 9th Street, Des Moines, Iowa, and is scheduled Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Grill and cook experience is required. The pay range is $17.00 to $18.00 per hour. The position includes preparing and serving food, maintaining safe food-handling practices and clean kitchen areas, operating kitchen equipment, assisting with production planning and supply processes, and following company safety policies. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Requirements
- Grill and cook experience required.
- Commitment to personal safety and the safety of others.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Responsibilities
- Prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions, production needs, and service schedules.
- Serve meals or prepare them for delivery using correct portions and standards; ensure food is at the proper temperature and is attractive and tasty.
- Taste prepared food items.
- Use established ticket-collection procedures during service and maintain records for the assigned work area during service periods.
- Clean the kitchen after preparation and service and maintain high standards of cleanliness.
- Store or discard excess food according to safe food-handling procedures; keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat; and store food and supplies according to standards.
- Operate and maintain kitchen equipment as instructed.
- Assist with production planning, record keeping, reporting, and ordering and receiving food and supplies as required.
- Report needed maintenance, faulty equipment, or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
- Attend in-service and safety meetings.
- Maintain good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators, and managers.
- Work safely and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
- Ensure proper presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures, and follow HACCP standards.
- Follow company policies and safety procedures, including use of cut-resistant gloves, appropriate hot-item gloves, slip-resistant shoes, and proper lifting techniques.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Voluntary benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life Insurance/AD
- Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- May be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
- Internal Employee Referral Bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
