Senior Cook - Universal Kids Resort

Universal Orlando•Frisco, TX

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY: Prepares and cooks food for multi-unit operation at Universal Kids Resort. May lead the Line Cook as directed by Sous Chef during service. Assists Sous Chef in ordering, receiving, and having a basic knowledge of the overall inventory process. Trains new Team Members in the Line Cook role and leading them when there is not culinary leadership available. Role will be cross trained at all food stations and have proficient knowledge of food preparation and food safety. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs Cook duties at all stations in the kitchen to ensure food preparation meets Universal Standards. Monitors Line Cooks to make sure proper food safety practices are followed at all times. Performs duties of a Line Cook, including opening/closing procedures, interacting with guests when necessary, knowing allergen information, ensuring PPE is properly used, and maintaining cleanliness of the station. Ensures compliance of the State of Texas’ HACCP program and ServSafe certification. Trains new Team Members on basic food safety and the overall process of food preparation/venue standards. Assists the Sous Chef with leading the Line Cooks workflow, helping them to manage their priorities and keeping preparation time efficient. Assists the Sous Chef as directed in the ordering and receiving process, along with having a basic understanding of inventory, and accounting for spoilage and daily temperature logs. Ensures that all preparations are in accordance with established recipes, menu and portion specifications based on business volumes. Supports Culinary leadership to ensure operational efficiencies and labor optimization. Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities. Perform other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Individual Contributor. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities (KSAs) required. Must be able to work a flexible and varying schedule based on business demands. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Consistent attendance is a job requirement.

Requirements

2+ years of Line Cook experience is required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be able to work a flexible and varying schedule based on business demands.
Consistent attendance is a job requirement.

Nice To Haves

Certified Professional Food Managers certification is preferred.
Chef’s Apprentice is preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs Cook duties at all stations in the kitchen to ensure food preparation meets Universal Standards.
Monitors Line Cooks to make sure proper food safety practices are followed at all times.
Performs duties of a Line Cook, including opening/closing procedures, interacting with guests when necessary, knowing allergen information, ensuring PPE is properly used, and maintaining cleanliness of the station.
Ensures compliance of the State of Texas’ HACCP program and ServSafe certification.
Trains new Team Members on basic food safety and the overall process of food preparation/venue standards.
Assists the Sous Chef with leading the Line Cooks workflow, helping them to manage their priorities and keeping preparation time efficient.
Assists the Sous Chef as directed in the ordering and receiving process, along with having a basic understanding of inventory, and accounting for spoilage and daily temperature logs.
Ensures that all preparations are in accordance with established recipes, menu and portion specifications based on business volumes.
Supports Culinary leadership to ensure operational efficiencies and labor optimization.
Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.