Hotel Cook

Encore Hospitality • Harrisonburg, VA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about food and providing consumers with an unforgettable dining experience? If so, we have an exciting opportunity at our busy restaurant to be our next line cook. We require an experienced Cook who is familiar with a wide range of cooking techniques, including poaching, braising, roasting, charbroiling, sautéing, grilling, frying, and baking. You must ensure that every order is cooked properly according to our standard recipes and that it fully satisfies our guests' demands and requests. Our ideal candidate has outstanding time management skills as well as a team-first mindset to effectively assist other kitchen personnel and keep our operation running smoothly and efficiently. Apply today if this sounds like a fantastic opportunity to advance your culinary career!

Requirements

• Prior food service industry experience is highly desired
• Must be a hard worker with close attention to detail and have a strong work ethic
• Educational requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent GED certificate
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with customers and coworkers
• Must be able to meet all safety and sanitation requirements of kitchen equipment and food storage

Responsibilities

• Maintain work stations, including all countertops, utensils, equipment, and refrigeration, in a clean and sanitary condition per health and safety regulations
• Ensure that all interactions with visitors, vendors, and colleagues are conducted in a professional and friendly manner
• Guarantee that quality food is supplied by adhering to specified storage and waste control requirements for meats, vegetables, fruits, and dairy products
• Establish a system of food stations and stock them with all of the necessary ingredients for the shift
• Cook food orders at stations by following established recipes and presentation standards for grilling, broiling, and sautéing menu items

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED