Hybrid Cook-FT at LAKE JUNALUSKA ASSEMBLY INC
LAKE JUNALUSKA ASSEMBLY INC · Lake Junaluska, United States Of America · Hybrid
- Junior
- Office in Lake Junaluska
Job Details
Description
LJA Mission Statement:
The mission of Lake Junaluska is to be a place of Christian hospitality where lives are transformed through renewal of soul, mind and body.
Essential Functions
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Cook a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items using broilers, ovens, grill, fryers, and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
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Prep items for daily menu service for Terrace Bistro and for other special events and dining room meals.
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Assists or responsible for the preparation of meals for on-site special events and/or off-site catering.
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Portion all products, follow the recipes, and always ensure the plate presentation meets food quality standards including consistency and plate presentations.
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Responsible for keeping work area clean. Following all sanitation standards, ensuring work areas remain organized and clean, while following all safe food handling standards.
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In a fast paced environment, must be able to cook the exact number of items ordered by each guest timely, while working on several different orders simultaneously.
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Verify that the prepared food meets the requirements for quality and quantity.
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Must maintain a positive, pleasant attitude at all times.
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Able to accept direction and training from senior staff members, and management.
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Must perform calmly and effectively in an extremely busy and stressful work environment.
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Must be able to work effectively and be a positive contributor to the team.
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Be flexible to fill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations are met.
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Ensure that all equipment is kept clean during and at the end of each shift, reporting maintenance issues promptly to the supervisor.
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Safely operates all equipment necessary for food preparation including convection ovens, stoves, meat slicers, chopper, knives, steamers, steam kettles and skillets.
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Keep all equipment, storage areas, and work areas clean and maintained to the standards set by the North Carolina Department of Health.
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Be ServSafe certified or willing and able to become certified within 30 days of hire.
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Wear and maintain clean Lake Junaluska staff uniform, to include, name tag, hair net and face coverings.
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Comply with all standard safety policies and safety procedures, and report any unsafe activities or conditions immediately to supervisor or the Human Resources department
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Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned and required.
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Must be flexible to work a variable schedule to include, days, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as required.
Qualifications
Cook a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items using broilers, ovens, grill, fryers, and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
Prep items for daily menu service for Terrace Bistro and for other special events and dining room meals.
Assists or responsible for the preparation of meals for on-site special events and/or off-site catering.
Portion all products, follow the recipes, and always ensure the plate presentation meets food quality standards including consistency and plate presentations.
Responsible for keeping work area clean. Following all sanitation standards, ensuring work areas remain organized and clean, while following all safe food handling standards.
In a fast paced environment, must be able to cook the exact number of items ordered by each guest timely, while working on several different orders simultaneously.
Verify that the prepared food meets the requirements for quality and quantity.
Must maintain a positive, pleasant attitude at all times.
Able to accept direction and training from senior staff members, and management.
Must perform calmly and effectively in an extremely busy and stressful work environment.
Must be able to work effectively and be a positive contributor to the team.
Be flexible to fill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations are met.
Ensure that all equipment is kept clean during and at the end of each shift, reporting maintenance issues promptly to the supervisor.
Safely operates all equipment necessary for food preparation including convection ovens, stoves, meat slicers, chopper, knives, steamers, steam kettles and skillets.
Keep all equipment, storage areas, and work areas clean and maintained to the standards set by the North Carolina Department of Health.
Be ServSafe certified or willing and able to become certified within 30 days of hire.
Wear and maintain clean Lake Junaluska staff uniform, to include, name tag, hair net and face coverings.
Comply with all standard safety policies and safety procedures, and report any unsafe activities or conditions immediately to supervisor or the Human Resources department
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned and required.
Must be flexible to work a variable schedule to include, days, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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A combination of education and experience equivalent to an Associates degree in Culinary, or 1 year experience in a restaurant setting required.
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Line cook, baking and pastry, and cooking for large special catering events experience is a plus.
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Know and comply with standard cooking methods, quality standards, and kitchen practices.
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Must have demonstrated good communication skills, guest relation skills, and a commitment to providing responsive and conscientious customer service.
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Must be flexible and able to adapt to changing needs, multiple task demands, and work structures.
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Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, emails, and memos.
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Ability to effectively present job related information upon request to customers, guests, and employees of the organization.
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Must be able to effectively manage time to complete all necessary tasks in the scheduled time allotted.
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Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule to include days, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as required
Working Conditions
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Moderate physical activity performing strenuous and non-strenuous task with moderate to loud noise.
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Well-lighted, heated (sometimes extreme) indoor facility with adequate ventilation – Kitchen area.
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Ability to coordinate work, frequently moves about, able to stand for prolonged periods of time, walk, sit, and also lifts or otherwise move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
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Manual dexterity to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop and kneel.
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Ability to talk to and hear staff and customer requests.
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Ability to taste and smell for food preparation.
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Must have adequate vision to read recipes and carry out daily activities.
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Must be able to work a variable schedule week to week.
Lake Junaluska is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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