Cook

POSITION:            Cook

DEPARTMENT:  Food & Beverage

REPORTS TO:     Executive Chef & Sous Chef

FLSA STATUS:     Part-time Hourly, Non-Exempt

Summary

Legends Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an excellent and immediate opening for Cook position with Legends Global/Pinnacle Bank Arena.  The Cook is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef and Sous Chef by maintaining the highest level of food quality, presentation and timing. This position also assists in preparing for the day to day operations of the kitchen.  Serves meals by reviewing recipes; assembling, combining and cooking ingredients; in addition to, maintaining a sanitary kitchen.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling, etc.)
• Prep ingredients for cooking (chopping, peeling vegetables, cutting meats, etc.)
• Basic understanding of food ingredients
• Have a basic understanding of how to read and execute a recipe
• Making precise measurements
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly with receive dates
• Proper handling of raw and/or prepared foods and non-food supplies
• Testing the temperature of food and knowledge of proper cooking temperatures
• Distribute and store clean pots, dishes and utensils
• Washing dishes and taking out trash
• Must adhere to the ASM Global dress code which includes wearing  black pants and non-slip soled closed toe shoes
• Comply with outlined safety regulations and procedures

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience  

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Culinary certification or degree from a culinary school preferred, but not required
• Food Handlers Permit Required in accordance with the Lincoln-Lancaster Health Department
• ServSafe Certification preferred, but not required
• 1-3 years food service or restaurant experience required

Skills and Abilities

• Basic working knowledge of food and beverage
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and effectively perform the work
• Fundamental understanding of sanitation, cleanliness and personal hygiene
• Positive attitude and neat appearance
• English preferred as primary language, but not required
• Must be able to stand and walk for the duration of the shift

Working Conditions

• Working conditions involve noise, heat, changes in temperature, kitchen elements, odors, moisture, etc.
• May be required to work additional hours as dictated by the work load and staffing
• Must be willing to work evenings, weekends and holidays

Physical Demands

Requires moderate physical efforts.  Standing, carrying, bending, stretching, stooping, pulling and pushing, lifting of weights up to 50 pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility; to stand for long hours during events; talk and hear. This position may require work inside or outside of the building, as needed by events.

Note

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above.  They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.  Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Applicants that need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process may contact 402-904-5632.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.