Hy-Chi Cook

Hy-Vee•Owatonna, MN

10d

About The Position

The Hy-Chi Department Cook prepares hot and cold foods using cooking techniques and keeps the department’s hot and cold cases stocked with freshly made products. The role involves working in a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining food quality and providing helpful customer service. Training is provided, and no prior experience is required. The cook works in the Hy-Chi kitchen, following food-safety, sanitation, hygiene, dress-code, department, and company guidelines. The position is accountable to and reports to the Store Director; Store Manager; Assistant Managers of Store Operations, Perishables, Health Wellness Home; Food Service Director; Hy-Chi Department Manager; Assistant Hy-Chi Department Manager; and Service Managers. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent.
No prior experience required; training is provided.
Commitment to Hy-Vee’s mission and a genuine passion for outstanding customer service.
Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions carefully and consistently.
Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Clear communication skills and ability to work well as part of a team.
Ability to learn and apply proper food-safety, sanitation, and kitchen procedures.

Responsibilities

Greet customers with a smile and assist them with their needs throughout the store.
Prepare woks by cleaning them with water, heating them to the appropriate temperature, and adding oil.
Cook soups and meats; prepare vegetables and sauces with spices; and combine ingredients to complete dishes.
Place food in hot cases, monitor quantities, and refill them as needed during the shift.
Fill the cold case with freshly made food and prepare items for the next day after completing the shift.
Learn and perform all Hy-Chi kitchen cooking responsibilities accurately and consistently.
Check rice as time permits and take customer orders at the Hy-Chi counter when needed.
Order products and supplies when necessary, or notify the department head of needs.
Thoroughly clean the work area at the end of each shift.
Answer the phone promptly and provide friendly, helpful service to callers.
Follow the company dress code, hygiene standards, and department and company guidelines.
Assist with other tasks or special projects as they arise.