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Intermediate Cook

  • Full Time
  • Williams, AZ, USA
  • 0* USD / Year
  • Applications have closed

Xanterra Travel Collection

Job category:
Restaurant / Food Service
Compensation: Other - Inquire
Hookups: Full (FHU)
Wi-Fi: Unknown
Pets OK?: Unknown

Job Description

This is a seasonal position that supports Spenser’s Pub inside The Grand Canyon Railway. Intermediate Cook will prepare menu/and or buffet items at assigned kitchen station according to set recipe specifications.

 

This position is Workamper eligible

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Fully understand and support Xanterra Mission Statement and Core Values.
  • Perform all job duties in accordance to County Health Code, the Property Employee Handbook, Department policies, procedures and its Food Safety Management System.
  • Promote and participate in accurate and thorough compliance of the Food Safety Management System; including but not exclusive to its Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Prepare food orders according to recipe specifications including portion control, presentation and proper time/temperature control.
  • Develop proficiency on assigned station and expand knowledge by cross training on other stations.
  • Works in a safe manner, practicing risk management worker safety in knife handling, equipment operation, lifting, working with open flame and all other areas of food productions, wears required personal protective equipment while performing tasks at all times..
  • Set up and breakdown prep area or assigned station according to kitchen standards and food sanitation guidelines.
  • Complete prep work as assigned to cover next shift or meal period.
  • Complete regularly scheduled temperature checks of line items, particularly those prone to rapid spoilage due to temperature changes. Notify Management of any items found to be in the temperature danger zone.
  • Utilize first in, first out (FIFO) standard for rotation and use of perishable food products.
  • Display professional communications with front of the house staff particularly in dealing with food orders (i.e. “86’d, dragging items” or items needed “on the fly.”)
  • Practice teamwork and open communication with other cooks and kitchen staff members in the kitchen or assigned area.
  • Adheres to company required environmental policies and procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 Xanterra Parks & Resorts® Grand Canyon Railway (GCR) “We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, Female/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.”

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
  • Thorough knowledge and experience with all stations and equipment in the kitchen including batch production, prep, pantry and dish.
  • At least one year previous cooking experience on various line stations or high volume batch cooking.
  • Safe and proficient knife handling skills, with knowledge of all various cutting styles.
  • Knowledge of food sanitation regulations with ability to apply these regulations while on the job.
  • Ability to successfully complete and certify in Coconino County Food Handlers Course within thirty (30) days of employment.
  • Ability to understand and follow direction.
  • Basic writing and mathematical skills
  • Good verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience with guest interaction, and ability to interact professionally and respectfully to guests.
  • Possess physical ability to perform the essential functions.
  • Bilingual (English/ Spanish) skills are desired to effectively communicate with all staff.

 

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