Cook Full Time at Creative Dining Services

Orange City, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Sep, 26

Salary

16.0

Posted On

26 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Production, Recipe Adherence, Batch Cooking, Safe Food Handling, Food Storage, Temperature Monitoring, Sanitization, Inventory Management, Kitchen Operations, Communication

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Creative Dining Services at Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa is looking for Full Time Cooks. As the cook, works within the Dining Services Department to ensure that high quality, properly seasoned, nutritious food is being provided throughout the operation, in a fiscally responsible and safe manner. Works cooperatively as a valued member of the dining services team, assisting with any aspect of the dining services program necessary. Core Responsibilities: * Time food production such that all food is ready at the time of service * Prepare food items according to established recipes and menus in a manner in which preserves food freshness, quality and appeal * Utilize batch cooking techniques to avoid over or under production * Utilize safe food handling techniques at all times * Store food items according to established standards of practice; utilize proper labeling and dating * Hold prepared food items at appropriate temperatures (below 40° if cold, above 135° if hot) * Maintain production records (food usage, overages, shortages, customer counts, etc.) * Maintain established logs (food temperatures, cooling temperatures, cooler & freezer temperatures, etc.) * Maintain a clean and sanitized work area * Follow established work rules and regulations; ready for work in the kitchen, in uniform, at the scheduled time * If work shift requires, properly open and/or close the kitchen – unlocking/locking doors & secured areas, and turning on/turning off of all equipment essential to the operation * Maintain a safe, tidy and well-organized work environment at all times; clean up spills quickly, wear protective gear as needed (ie: slicer glove), and store wares safely * Communicate needs and concerns regarding food production and kitchen operation to supervisor appropriately, and in a timely manner * Monitor kitchen equipment for proper functioning; report any discrepancies to supervisor immediately * Support other kitchen employees in assuring that the essential functions of the kitchen are performed adequately and appropriately * Be proactive in communication; monitor communication posting areas closely * Assist management personnel in ordering and inventory procedures * Removal of refuse as needed * Putting away/Pulling stock as needed The Ideal Candidate Will Have: * Minimum of 2 years cooking experience * High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required * ServSafe Certification We Offer Full-Time Employees: * Competitive pay and bonus opportunities * Medical, dental, and vision insurance * 401(k) with a company match * Paid time off * And much, much more! About Creative Dining Services Creative Dining Services partners with college, universities, Fortune 100 companies, full-service senior living communities, conference centers and K-12 schools and camps to provide a different kind of hospitality and facility management services experience – one that’s fun, innovative, and focused on your community. Why? Because that’s how it should be. Creative Dining Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran-Friendly!

Responsibilities

The cook is responsible for preparing high-quality, nutritious food according to established recipes and menus while maintaining strict safety and sanitation standards. Key duties include managing food production timing, maintaining temperature logs, and ensuring a clean work environment.