Cook

Culinesse LLC•Mechanicsburg, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Culinesse, LLC is looking for a Cook to join their team. This role is for a hands-on, innovative leader with hospitality and high-volume catering experience. The Cook will accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and/or cold food items for various meal periods, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special/catered events. This is a highly collaborative position that requires the ability to balance multiple tasks, prioritize, work with diverse constituencies, and address competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent
Two to three (2-3) years’ experience as a Cook or related culinary position is preferred
Ability to adjust actions in relation to others' actions, to monitor or assess the performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
Ability to give full attention to what other people are saying
Must comply with any dress code requirements
Must be able to work nights, weekends and some holidays

Responsibilities

Present food using proper plate presentation techniques
Coordinate completion of menu items with server
Prepare work checklist and organize work stations for each shift
Check and maintain coolers and storage areas for cleanliness, quantity and quality of food
Requisition of food with necessary approvals according to policy
Take proper care of ranges, ovens, broilers, fryers, griddles, utensils and other equipment
Work in a team-oriented environment and under demanding conditions
Help train or offer direction to apprentice or extern chefs
Prepare stocks, soups, cold soups, sauces, bisques or mayonnaise for serving
Prepare and cook meat, poultry, fish and seafood
Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption
May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned