Hy-Chi Department Cook

Hy-Vee•Mason City, IA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Hy-Chi Department Cook prepares a variety of hot and cold foods using cooking techniques, keeps hot and cold cases stocked with freshly made products, and supports a positive customer experience. The role involves working in a fast-paced kitchen, following food safety and sanitation procedures, maintaining quality and consistency, and assisting customers and coworkers. Training is provided; no prior experience is required.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
High school diploma or equivalent.
No prior experience required; training is provided.
Commitment to Hy-Vee's mission and a genuine passion for 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.
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 hazards from cooking, baking, or grilling equipment.
Where applicable, ability to operate a delivery vehicle in accordance with applicable DOT standards.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

Greet customers with a smile and assist with their needs throughout the store.
Clean and heat woks to the appropriate temperature and add oil for cooking.
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 as needed throughout the shift.
Fill the cold case with freshly made food and prepare items for the following day after completing the shift.
Understand and perform 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 dress code, hygiene standards, and department and company guidelines.
Assist with other tasks or special projects as needed.