Specialty Cook (Indian/Arabic Cuisine) - $23.00/hr
About The Position
A Specialty Cook is responsible for interpreting and producing specialty food and menus to specifications. This role involves preparing a variety of specialty cuisine dishes according to menu specifications and recipes, utilizing specialized cooking equipment and techniques, and ensuring proper plate presentation. The cook will also be responsible for converting recipes from specialty cuisine language to English and preparing large quantities for production. Additional duties include washing, peeling, and cutting foods, transporting supplies and equipment, and preparing vegetables, fruits, and salads. The position requires the ability to multitask in a high-pressure environment, follow directions, and work effectively as part of a team. Management may assign additional duties as necessary.
Requirements
- Expertise in specialty cuisine
- Must have five (5) years of experience in cooking specialty cuisine
- Experience in quantity and quality food preparation and kitchen maintenance
- Read, write, and follow food specifications and menu guidelines
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers
- Knowledge of sanitation requirements in food preparation and storage
- Knowledge of methods of preparing, cooking and serving food
- Knowledge of the uses of kitchen utensils and equipment and the operation thereof
- Must be skilled with knives
- Ability to work under direct supervision and cooperate with other staff personnel
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to assist in the preparation of various foods
Nice To Haves
- Culinary degree and/or cook certification is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepares all Specialty Cuisine dishes as per menu specifications and recipes
- Uses Specialty Cuisine cooking equipment, techniques and plate presentation
- Converts recipes from Specialty Cuisine language back into English for Specialty Cuisine
- Produces classical food items from specifications laid out by airline for Specialty Cuisine
- Converts Specialty Cuisine recipes into large quantities for production
- Wash's, peels and/or cuts various foods to prepare for cooking or serving
- Carries food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas
- Prepares vegetables, fruits, salads, and foods for cooking
- Must be able to multi-task in a high-pressure environment
- Follows directions
- Works as a member of a team
- Completes paperwork and related administrative duties
- Complies with company policies
Benefits
- Free on-site cafeteria with hot and healthy meals
- Free uniforms and uniform laundering
- Weekly pay
- Employee referral bonuses
- Company sponsored $10k Life Insurance (basic and supplemental available as well)
- Vacation and sick benefits after 1 year
- Holiday pay after 1 year
- Recognition program including company merchandise
- Optional employee paid benefits include: Medical coverage, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, short and long term disability
- 401k with up to 3% company match for most locations and employees
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
