Banquet Garde Mangier Cook

Success comes to those who continuously seek opportunities to learn and pass on new knowledge. We are seeking a career minded cook who wants to further their career in our kitchen that can be described as a learning kitchen ran by our passionate chefs. As well as someone who has an engaging personality, with the ability to work well on a team because one of the things we pride ourselves in is our teamwork. Lastly, we are looking for someone who has the ability to remain levelheaded and even tempered in busy situations, has the ability to be creative and someone who is trustworthy and organized.

BASIC PURPOSE:

Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per dupe from servers.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to prepare over estimated needs.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per the SOP, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
• Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up. Note any out-of stock items or possible shortages. Assist in keeping buffet stocked.
• Return all food items not used on next shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
• Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per SOP.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Assist in prep work of vegetables and condiments as required for the next shift.

Education: High school education or equivalent experience

Experience: Minimum one year food service or related work

Skills and Abilities: Ability to operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, flat top grill