Line Cook II (Hotel Job)

Kirkwood Community College•Cedar Rapids, IA

About The Position

The Line Cook II prepares, seasons, and cooks soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foods for fine dining restaurant and banquet or event guests. The position also serves as a trainer, supervising students’ learning experiences in areas of The Hotel at Kirkwood Center, The Kirkwood Center for Hospitality Arts, and The Kirkwood Center for Continuing Education. Weekend availability is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Prior commercial cook experience, preferably as a line cook.
Demonstrated expertise in the essential duties listed.
Weekend availability.
Effective time-management and organizational skills.
Ability to provide positive guidance, instruction, and interactions with kitchen staff.
Ability to follow instructions, including menus and recipes, and to cook and plan meals.
Knowledge of food storage and handling techniques.
Keep current with required compliance training and certifications.
Ability to stand for 5–6 hours a day and regularly squat, reach, and bend.
Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Post-high-school degree.
At least two years of full-time experience in a related hospitality setting, or equivalent education and related work experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare, season, and cook food for restaurant and banquet or event guests.
Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
Explain and uphold health code standards.
Assist or substitute for other cooks during emergencies or rush periods.
Demonstrate required kitchen skills in egg cookery, meat cookery, knife skills, fish cookery, and production skills.
Identify, list, and explain ingredients in response to dietary inquiries.
Create, prepare, and serve family meals for Hotel employees.
Train and supervise students’ learning experiences in the designated hospitality and education areas.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance.
Perform other related duties as assigned.