Swing Cook / Roundsman - Impact Catering, OKC Fairgrounds

Company:                   Oklahoma State Fair, Inc.

Position Title:             Swing Cook / Roundsman

Department:               Impact Catering

Reports To:                Executive Chef

Supervises:               N/A 

Classification:          Part-Time, Hourly

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare high quality food based on standards assigned by the Executive, Sous, and Banquet Chefs.
• Prepare food items in a timely and accurate manner for the line, pantry, or production area of the kitchen.
• Have general knowledge of all aspects of culinary arts and meet the high expectations of the company's quality standards.
• Understand the importance of teamwork and the effects it has on the operation.
• Practice and enforce all sanitation procedures throughout the operation.
• Possess culinary skills and a willingness to learn other aspects of the food service operation.
• Have the ability to independently follow recipes, accurately, timely and with quality in mind.
• Be willing to follow directions in a timely and accurate fashion.
• Possess the ability to work with others as a team player.
• Prepare and set up own workstation and food items, observing professional kitchen standards with use of all food and supplies as well as standard sanitation guidelines required.
• Check, prepare, and set up for daily catering events, as well as concession items.
• Replenish all mise en place.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas during work shift.
• Organize and re-stock work areas as needed for the next day or event.
• Clean refrigerators, freezers, stainless counters, and other equipment as necessary.
• Assist with other kitchen duties and inventory projects as requested.
• Assist in other food and beverage departments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Degree or certification from a post-secondary culinary arts training program preferred.
• Ability to perform all duties and operate kitchen machinery with attention to detail and safety guidelines.
• Must be creative, service oriented and have the ability to multi-task.
• Prior experience as a hotel or restaurant line cook preferred.
• Valid liquor license/alcohol service permit and/or food handling certificate if required by state and federal regulations.

General Requirements

• Utilize task prioritization and effective time management skills to meet frequent and competing deadlines in a high-volume, high-stress environment.
• Perform detailed work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment handling multiple tasks with flexibility in a calm, professional manner.
• Effectively communicate with others in a clear, business-like, respectful and personable manner focused on generating a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative environment.
• Maintain high standards of appearance and grooming (i.e., clean, wrinkle free clothing, proper uniform/attire, close attention to personal hygiene).
• Meet the company standard for excellent attendance, job reliability, diligence and dedication.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Speak, read and write in English.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Extended hours, nights and weekends may be required during peak periods.
• Frequent or continual movement from place to place with normal physical mobility, covering long distances with ease, managing assigned tasks throughout various indoor and outdoor locations within and around the property and in potentially inclement/severe weather conditions.
• Regularly lift, carry and put away items weighing up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift and carry heavier items and/or assist others in lifting heavier objects, as job demands.
• Walk and/or stand for extended periods in addition to other prolonged physical exertions including seeing, hearing, reaching, grasping, lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, crouching, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing and working in awkward positions and tight areas may be required.
• Possible job hazards include, but are not limited to slips, trips, falls, burns, cuts and strains.

Benefits

• A 401(k) program is available once the employee meets the eligibility requirements for participation.
• Based on job classification, additional benefits that may be offered include Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, Life, Dependent Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability and Various Supplemental Insurances.