Hy-Chi Cook

Hy-Vee, Inc.•Owatonna, MN

1d•$15 - $19

About The Position

Hy-Chi Department Cooks prepare a variety of hot and cold foods using cooking techniques, keep hot and cold cases stocked with freshly made products, and help provide customers with a quality department experience. The role includes preparing ingredients and dishes, monitoring and replenishing food cases, and maintaining the kitchen and work area. Training is provided, and prior experience is not required.

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 passion for providing an outstanding customer experience.
Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
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 food safety, sanitation, and kitchen procedures.
Ability to frequently stand and walk throughout a shift in sales, food service, or delivery areas.
Ability to perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning and sanitation duties.
Where applicable, ability to safely use sharp knives and blades for food preparation.
Where applicable, ability to work around heat- and burn-related hazards from cooking, baking, or grilling equipment.
Where applicable, ability to operate a delivery vehicle in accordance with applicable DOT standards.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

Deliver outstanding customer service by greeting customers and assisting 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 throughout the shift.
Stock the cold case with freshly made food and prepare items for the next day after completing the shift.
Understand the Hy-Chi kitchen and perform 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 helpful service to customers who call.
Follow Hy-Vee's dress code, hygiene standards, and department and company guidelines.
Assist with other tasks or special projects as needed.