Cook - Full-time / Part-time

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POSITION DESCRIPTION: Prepares food to be served within the outlet according to the standards set forth based on proper presentation methods and service standards. They prepare meals based on established specific recipes and number of guests being served. Responsible for ensuring all food standards established by Traditions Spirits including, but not limited to sanitation duties are fulfilled.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

NOTE: Traditions Spirits, Inc. ® may change the requirements of this job description at any time. These include, but are not limited to the following:

• Estimate food consumption; then requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage.
• Portion, arrange and garnish food as well as assist cashier in the expediting of orders.
• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills and roasters.
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
• Wash, peel, cut and de-seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption.
• Weigh, measure and mix ingredients according to spec recipes using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices.
• Assist all fellow co-workers as needed.
• Grill, deep fry, bake broil and microwave raw and prepped foods.
• Measure and assemble ingredients and cook all items according to specific recipe and menu guidelines.
• Maintain cooking line in clean, sanitary and safe manner.
• Stock/restock items on line according to specifications.
• Wash and clean raw food products.
• Peeling, dicing, shredding and slicing food products using electric equipment.
• Explain how various menu items are prepared, describing ingredients and cooking methods.
• Maintain personal health and sanitation standards (wash hands when after using the restroom, etc.)
• Review work procedures and operational problems in order to determine ways to improve service, performance and/or safety.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

NOTE: These include, but are not limited to the following (additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary):

• Be observant to any and all safety concerns surrounding your work area.
• Ability to answer the phones in a professional manner as trained.
• Following all health standards and guidelines established.
• All side stations are well maintained and stocked through your entire shift.
• Cleaning of all spills that may occur during your shift.
• Aware of any and all potentially hazardous conditions.
• Superior attendance and punctuality.
• Always wear a safety belt when lifting objects over 20 lbs.
• Always wear slip resistant shoes.
• Provide information to supervisors/managers

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (INCLUDES EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE):

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
• Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Expert computer skills, ability to compose and create reports, letters, memos, and procedures
• Mature judgment and professionalism in handling all matters
• Required knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as managing files and records and other office processes, procedures, and terminology
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing
• Excellent math skills
• Excellent organization and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of InfoGenesis software

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Reaches, bends, stoops, lifts, carries and pushes.
• Lifts and carries supplies, and cases, weighing up to 50 lbs
• Essential hand/eye coordination
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior restaurant/bar/casino work environment
• Noise level is moderate to high
• Moderate or high exposure to cigarette smoke when on property.
• Limited exposure to physical risk
• Moderate physical effort required