Job Information
ASM Global Cook 1 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
POSITION: Cook 1
DEPARTMENT: Food & Beverage
REPORTS TO: Executive Chef
FLSA STATUS: Nonexempt
Summary
This position is responsible for the supervision, direction and training of the Kitchen Cooks and Pantry employees.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Plan, organize and prepare the production of all manual food products as assigned by the Chef/Kitchen Manager and/or the Operations Manager
Assist the Chef/Kitchen Manager in following and maintaining standard recipes as listed in the ASM Global Food and Beverage standard recipe book
Maintain safe and sanitary working conditions and environment
Attend and participate in Food Production meetings as instructed
Perform all skilled labor as classification dictates
Prepare menu items as directed on Production Sheet
Follow recipes and menu as outlined by Catering by ASM Global standard recipe book or as directed
Maintain quality food production standards of Catering by ASM Global
Maintain safe and sanitary working conditions and environment
Prepare hot food items for any or all of the work stations, including but not limited to; Fry/Sauté Station; Broiler/Roast Station; Breakfast Station; Stock, Soups, Sauces Station; and others as assigned
Follows all rules and regulations of Catering by ASM Global
Safely operates all equipment used at the location
Maintains safety, sanitation, and health code standards
Performs other related duties as assigned by Director of Culinary Operations / Executive Chef/Sous Chef/ Manager/Supervisor
Supervisory Responsibilities
Train and supervise employees under his/her supervision
Maintain cost-effective food and labor costs as instructed by the Chef/kitchen Manager by following ASM Global Food and Beverage standard recipes and menus
Plan and coordinate all production activities within the kitchen according to the standards set by Catering By ASM Global
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.
Must have supervisory skills in planning, organizing, directing, and providing leadership
Must have the ability to work under general direction and motivate and supervise employees
Must have ability to follow directions and effectively perform the work
Education and/or Experience
Three or more years of hands on experience, and one or more years of Kitchen/culinary supervisory experience
Certification of course completion from an accredited culinary school, college or technical school
Food Handler certificate
Skills and Abilities
Ability to use, maintains, and trains others in the use of basic food service and kitchen equipment
Strong communication skills and the ability to read, write, and understand English
Must speak and understand English well enough to converse with customers, supervisors and employees
Strong analytical and mathematic skills in relation to the culinary profession and Food and Beverage industry
Must have a pleasant personality and neat appearance
Must have basic PC application skills such as Excel and Word
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Must have certification equivalent to Serv-Safe
Physical Demands
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.
This position will work under limited supervision and will require the ability to problem solve and the ability to interact with all levels of staff, including management. Hours vary due to function needs. Employee is regularly required to stand and walk for extended periods. Must regularly lift and or move up to 100 pounds. Must be able to withstand loud noise and temperature changes in the environment
Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people.
Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.