Camp Cook

About The Resort at Paws Up 

The Resort at Paws Up is America's premier luxury ranch resort. Set on a 37,000-acre ranch, Paws Up embodies the spirit of the American West.  It's a family owned and award-winning destination that truly inspires.

Purpose

The role of the Camp Cook is to prepare food items for camp outlet according to designed menus, recipes and sample photographs.

The Primary Functions are: 

• Set up station with predetermined mise en place to ensure everything will be ready for service. 
• Prepare food items for guests using a quality predetermined method in a timely and consistent manner.  
• Cook all food according to recipes, quality standards, presentations standards, and food preparation checklist. 
• Demonstrates safe and proper use of equipment at all times; Perform duties in a safe manner.
• Reduce waste in the kitchen to a minimum.
• Consult with the Sous Chef on a daily basis on the Restaurant outlet service.
• Understand and implement the basic culinary tasks and procedures such as first-in, first-out (FIFO), labeling and sanitation.
• Monitor all food quality and presentation while preparing food.
• Stock and rotate food; alert the Sous Chef in regard to low inventory items.
• Work on the line, salad station, and prep station or any other stations as needed.
• Control the pace of the food orders and set the tone for the ticket flowing process.
• Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. 
• Operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, oven steam table, and flat top grill.
• Advise in the preparation of ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. 
• Label, date, store and rotate all products while maintaining assigned stock levels.  Control food items requested, ensuring stock is maintained without over production.
• Demonstrate proper production of food items, working efficiently to achieve maximum productivity.  
• Assist in the set-up and break down of work station. 
• Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food. 
• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures. 
• Prepare cold food items while adhering to recipe file.  
• Cut, trim, and bone meats and poultry for cooking.
• Practice basic sanitation and stock rotation and refrigerator cleanliness; keep all work areas clean and tidy.
• Converse with the guests at a high level, being aware of their needs and fulfill special guest requests as instructed by management or the guest directly.
• Ensure confidentiality of guests before and throughout their stay. 

Looking for Team Members with:

• High school diploma, GED or vocational training or job-related course work; Certificate in culinary arts or relevant field
• 3 years’ experience as a Cook/Line Cook in a resort or fine dining setting
• Knowledge of world class hospitality and service 
• Valid Food Handler’s License
• Valid State Driver’s License

Team members can look forward to: 

• Carpool Reimbursement $5-$20/Day
• Housing assistance available
• Employee lunch provided.
• Employee discounts on merchandise
• Opportunities for career development and advancement
• A great work environment in a beautiful luxury resort setting.

Check it out for yourself! 

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