Specialty Cook (Chinese Cuisine) - $28.00 /HR.

gategroup•Seattle, WA

About The Position

The Specialty Cook prepares and produces specialty cuisine dishes and menus according to airline specifications, recipes, and presentation standards. The role involves adapting specialty-cuisine recipes and instructions into English, scaling recipes for large-volume production, preparing ingredients, and maintaining food quality and kitchen sanitation. The cook works under direct supervision as part of a team in a high-pressure environment and may be assigned additional duties by management.

Requirements

Five years of experience cooking specialty cuisine.
Expertise in specialty cuisine.
Experience in quantity and quality food preparation and kitchen maintenance.
Ability to read, write, and follow food specifications and menu guidelines.
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
Knowledge of sanitation requirements for food preparation and storage.
Knowledge of methods for preparing, cooking, and serving food.
Knowledge of kitchen utensils and equipment and how to operate them.
Knife skills.
Ability to work under direct supervision and cooperate with other staff.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and assist with preparing various foods.
Ability to multitask in a high-pressure environment and follow directions.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and move products, equipment, and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, bend, lift, and move intermittently during shifts of eight or more hours.

Nice To Haves

Culinary degree and/or cook certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare specialty-cuisine dishes according to menu specifications and recipes.
Use specialty-cuisine cooking equipment and techniques and follow required plate-presentation standards.
Convert specialty-cuisine recipes and specifications into English and produce classical food items to airline specifications.
Scale specialty-cuisine recipes for large-quantity production.
Wash, peel, and cut foods in preparation for cooking or serving.
Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas.
Prepare vegetables, fruits, salads, and other foods for cooking.
Complete paperwork and related administrative duties.
Follow company policies, oral and written instructions, and food specifications and menu guidelines.
Work cooperatively with supervisors and coworkers and contribute as a team member.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.