Cook

JOB OVERVIEW: Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per check from servers; Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to over prepare estimated needs; Date all food containers and rotate as per Crescent standards, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures; Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up; Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages; Assist in keeping buffet stocked; Return all food items not used on next shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables; Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems, control food waste, loss and usage per Crescent standards; Operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron and flat top grill; Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis; Perform any other job related duties as assigned

Requirements

Ability to communicate in English; Self-starting personality with an even disposition; Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times; Ability to communicate well with guests; Willingness to pitch-in and help co-workers with their job duties and be a team player; Finger/hand dexterity in order to operate food machinery; Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move goods weighing a maximum of 100 lbs. on a continuous schedule