Mercantile Associate-Cook

Freeport-McMoRan•Bagdad, AZ

18h•$16 - $21

About The Position

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career. Apply Today! Where You Will Work Looking to live in a small town with big opportunities? Our Bagdad operations in Arizona offers housing at a subsidized rate, a family-friendly atmosphere and numerous amenities including an aquatic center, golf course and fitness center. Located 100 miles northwest of Phoenix, Bagdad is home to the world's first commercial - scale concentrate leach processing facility, as well as one of the longest continuously operating solvent extraction/electrowinning plants in the world. Visit the Bagdad town website to learn more. What You Will Do The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving food in accordance with established recipes, food safety standards, and customer service expectations. This entry level role supports daily kitchen operations while maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and a positive guest experience. Prepare and portion food items according to approved recipes and menu guidelines. Assist with basic food preparation including chopping, cooking, and plating, and assist with inventory rotation, stocking, and proper food storage. Maintain food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards in all kitchen and service areas, including cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, utensils, dishes, and workstations. Provide courteous and professional service to guests and coworkers. Maintain compliance with all safety, health, and company standards and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must be able to obtain Arizona Food Handler’s Card/Certification within 1 month of employment
Must have effective verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in the operation of a personal computer to include Microsoft applications
Responsible for total guest experience and satisfaction
Multitasking in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment required
Ability to interact positively with the public essential to success
Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.
Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or GED
Practical experience as a Line Cook or completion of a post-secondary Culinary Arts training program or two (2) years of experience in food preparation

Responsibilities

Prepare and portion food items according to approved recipes and menu guidelines.
Assist with basic food preparation including chopping, cooking, and plating, and assist with inventory rotation, stocking, and proper food storage.
Maintain food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards in all kitchen and service areas, including cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, utensils, dishes, and workstations.
Provide courteous and professional service to guests and coworkers.
Maintain compliance with all safety, health, and company standards and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.