Cook

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: The Oliver Hotel (Oxford)

• Oxford, MS, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $16.00 - $17.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Skilled Labor
• Trades, Oliver Hospitality Title: Line Cook Position Type: Full Time or Part Time Position Details: Our team is looking for an experienced cook who is familiar with a wide range of cooking techniques, including poaching, braising, roasting, charbroiling, sautéing, grilling, frying, and baking. This person is responsible for ensuring that every order is cooked properly according to our standard recipes and that it fully satisfies our guests' demands and requests. Our ideal candidate has outstanding time management skills as well as a team-first mindset to effectively assist other kitchen personnel and keep our operation running smoothly and efficiently.

Responsibilities

Consistently providing quality food preparation and service Providing speed, accuracy, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment Cleaning and maintaining kitchen, prep and dish areas, and equipment Understanding and proper use of recipes and kitchen equipment Flexibility in executing varying events and seasonal menus Maintaining Health Department cleanliness and safety standards Adhere to established storage and waste control standards for meats, vegetables, fruits, and dairy products to ensure quality food is served Cook food orders at stations by following established recipes and presentation standards for grilling, broiling, and sautéing menu items Keep all workstations, counters, cooking equipment, and refrigerators clean and sanitary according to health and safety rules Set up cooking stations and fill them with all of the essential preparation items for a shift Demonstrate a professional and pleasant demeanor when interacting with visitors, vendors, and associates Qualifications: 3+ years of cooking experience preferred Fine-dining preparation experience preferred Clear and polite communication skills with a positive attitude Ability to operate necessary kitchen equipment Candidates must be hardworking, detail-oriented, and have a strong work ethic Possess a high school diploma or equivalent GED certification Previous experience working in food service is preferred Must be able to meet all safety and sanitation requirements of kitchen equipment and food storage Hospitality experience preferred Must be eligible to work in the USA Physical Requirements: Must be able to work on your feet for up to 12 hours.

Position requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting products and supplies weighing 20 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds as well as repetitive hand and wrist motion. This job description serves as an overview of the responsibilities associated with this role, with the understanding that these duties may evolve over time.

Additionally, you may be entrusted with additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

-Good Attitude -Strong Will To Succeed -Basic Sanitation Knowledge -The Ability To Stay Calm