Cook

Job brief

We are looking for a skilled Cook to prepare our fresh dishes according to the menu.

An excellent cook must be able to follow instructions in cooking and delivering well-prepared meals. They must be deft in moving around the kitchen and be able to multi-task. Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is also important.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat, etc.)
• Cook food with various types of commercial kitchen equipment
• Check food while cooking to stir or turn
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Check the quality of ingredients
• Monitor stock and notify management when there are shortages

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as a cook
• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware, bakeware and commercial kitchen equipment
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling, etc.)
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
• Ability to work in a team
• Very good communication skills
• Excellent physical condition and stamina
• High school diploma or equivalent; A Diploma from a culinary school will be an advantage