Event Cook

We are looking for Cooks to work events at the NEW Acrisure Amphitheater this Summer!
$18 per hour

THE ROLE
Candidates must have strong verbal communication skills and a professional demeanor. They must have prior culinary experience, be self-motivated and be able to stand for long periods of time. Candidates must be personable and guest service driven. Candidates must be 18 and older.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Properly prepares, measures, and portions all food items in a timely manner.
Comply with all quality standards, department rules, policies and procedures
Utilizes and sets up kitchen equipment to prepare food items such as knives, slicers, whips, pots, pans, warmers, steamers, grills, ovens, etc.; properly uses ALL kitchen equipment
Ensures proper food temperatures are maintained, food is stored correctly and ensures freshness and quality of all menu items*
Packages all products to proper specifications*
Performs opening, closing and side work duties as instructed and according to proper guidelines*
Keeps workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked
Follows and upholds all health codes and sanitation regulations
Use waste control guidelines and records all waste on spoilage sheet
Performs other duties assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience        
High school education is desired
Participation/enrollment in culinary program a plus
Minimum of 2 years previous experience in back-of-the-house line position preferred.

Skills and Abilities  
Ability to read and understand recipes and food abbreviations
Pleasant and friendly; ability to adhere to Universal Service Standards
Ability to communicate with others and work in a fast-paced environment
Attentive and detailed oriented and capable of following procedures and taking directions
Basic math skills: ability to understand, calculate and follow recipe measurements and proportions

Physical Requirements
Manual dexterity is sufficient to chop, mix, blend, whip etc. a variety of foods and liquids
Ability to lift and carry large pans from ovens or freezers, weighing up to 50lbs and operate dangerous kitchen equipment
Ability to move rapidly and coordinate multiple orders
Ability to complete required pre-employment food service training
Standing and walking for entire length of shift
Frequently required to reach up to 6-7 feet, twist at waist, bending and squatting
Pushing and pulling occasionally, to move equipment, mops and broom
Kitchen environment  
Noise levels may be moderate to high
Works frequently in a hot and damp environment
In contact with sharp knives, slicers, boiling liquids, hot pans, etc.
Hazards include, but are not limited to, cuts from broken glass, metal cans, scalds and burns, slipping and tripping
Frequently immerse hands in water

If you would like to work events during the Summer as an experienced cook at the new Acrisure Amphitheater, apply now for consideration.