Cook Part-Time Orange County Fairgrounds

Overview

The Cook is responsible for preparing menu items utilizing cooking equipment in a fast-paced environment. The Cook must adhere to high food quality standards to ensure guest satisfaction. Portion control, food waste and sanitation are additional areas that the Cook must be aware of while operating in the kitchen. The Cook must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need.

This role will pay an hourly wage of $18 to $20.

For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

job expires 8/31/2024

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing high quality, fresh food products in a timely manner for delivery to guests.

Receives orders from the front counter staff for food product requirements for guest orders.

Responsible for maintaining quality and production standards on all menu items. Food must be fresh and of high quality when served to the guests.

Responsible for portion control and serving temperatures of all products served in the concession stand.

Responsible for cleaning, stocking and restocking of workstations and displays.

Responsible for operating large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers and ovens.

Ensures that all work areas and equipment are clean, food products are properly stored, utensils are clean and put away and floor is swept and mopped at end of shift. The Cook must be checked out before ending the shift by the Floor Supervisor to ensure the concession stand meets cleanliness standards.

Maintains sanitation, health and safety standards in work areas.

Responsible for consulting with Executive Chef, Sous Chef or Kitchen Supervisor to estimate expected food consumption.

Must show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.

Qualifications

Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff and guests in a clear, business-like and respectful manner which focuses on generating a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.

Ability to speak, read, and write in English.

Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.

Possess valid food handling certificate if required by state and federal regulations.