Prep/Grill Cook (Full-Time)

 

The Cook is responsible for preparing food orders for employees and contractors at WaferTech. They will also perform short-order cooking, using established culinary techniques to prepare standard menu items. Work also includes maintaining par stocks, ordering supplies, rotating products for maximum quality, and minimizing waste during the flow of food preparation. All food handling and preparation activities are performed in accordance with external and internal safety and sanitation standards and related regulatory guidelines. Our Cooks are accountable for the quality of the food prepared.

Responsibilities:

• 2 years cooking/restaurant experience preferred
• Ensures all food is produced in a high quality, timely and consistent manner to meet all menu and customer standards
• Ability to develop a rapport with customers
• Sets up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
• Handles, stores, and rotates all products properly
• Cooks menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Follows Sous Chef's instructions at all times
• Follows proper techniques and proper presentation for all dishes
• Practices correct food handling and food storage procedures according to company and state regulations
• Complies with all nutrition, sanitation, and safety regulations and standards
• Maintains a positive, respectful, professional approach, communication, and workplace conduct with team members
• Reports all unsafe working conditions, operational needs, and equipment or aspects of the kitchen in need of repair to management

Skills/ Experience:

• Experience in a scratch kitchen is preferred
• Walk and stand during the entire shift
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Ability to interact and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and guests
• Pass a background check and drug screen (we do not screen for THC)
• ServSafe certification is preferred

 

Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning, privately held contract food service company operating in 18 states and growing.  We advocate the healing power of whole foods.  We believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh each day.  Our clients include hospitals, upscale senior living communities, independent schools, and corporate dining venues.  Every Thomas Cuisine team member is an ambassador, carrying out our mission, reflecting our values, and building relationships while "doing the right thing".  We seek to make a valuable difference to those we serve- one nutritious meal at a time.  

 Ready to make a difference and be part of something big? Apply now!

REAL Food | Genuine Service | Enduring Relationships