What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook I position at Express?
Overview
Grounded in versatility and powered by a styling community, Express is a modern, multichannel apparel and accessories brand whose purpose is to Create Confidence & Inspire Self-Expression. Launched in 1980 with the idea that style, quality and value should all be found in one place, Express has been a part of some of the most important and culture-defining fashion trends. The Express Edit design philosophy ensures that the brand is always ‘of the now’ so people can get dressed for every day and any occasion knowing that Express can help them look the way they want to look and feel the way they want to feel.
The Company operates over 500 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app. Express, Inc. is comprised of the brands Express and UpWest, and is traded on the NYSE under the symbol EXPR. For more information, please visit www.express.com.
Responsibilities
Job Summary
The cook position is responsible for planning, producing, purchasing, servicing, and cleaning in line with their assigned station. This function has constant customer contact and is also fast paced.
Essential Tasks
% of Time Spent
Essential Tasks
10
Performing clean up and shut down procedures as required by the specific role.
20
Production and preparation of the assigned station. (i.e. Grill Cook will be responsible for setting up the grill for breakfast and lunch menu items; Stir Fry Cook will be preparing stir-fry station)
40
Taking / preparing orders and providing customer service.
10
Menu planning as assigned to specific role in addition to purchasing/receiving supplies.
100
Understanding, following, and maintaining safe food handling and preparation procedures.
Other essential tasks may occur as directed by your supervisor.
Job Requirements
Essential Requirements
- Education: Associates degree or greater in the culinary arts, or equivalent
- Experience: 2 years of hands-on culinary experience
Preferred Requirements
- understanding and practicing food safety and safe food handling at all times
- Familiar with style of cooking needed for assigned role
- Ability to interact and communicate directly with customers and approach them in a professional manner
- Ability and history of purchasing and receiving
- Teamwork experience/skills
- Ability to multi-task
Preferred Physical Requirements
- Ability to work on one’s feet for extended periods of time
- Ability to life 50 pounds
Closing
As an equal opportunity employer, Express does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected class. Express only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States.
Notification to Agencies: Please note that Express does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Express will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.