FT Line Cook - NO LATE NIGHTS/NO WEEKENDS at Creative Dining Services

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jul, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

02 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Preparation, Customer Service, Teamwork, Batch Cooking, Food Safety, Kitchen Equipment Monitoring, Portion Control, Plating Procedures

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Be Creative in Colorado Springs! Creative Dining Services is growing and looking for Line Cooks to join our team at Ent Credit Union in Colorado Springs, CO! The Line Cook is primarily responsible for the preparation and distribution of food items to customers in a cafeteria setting. Provide fast, efficient service to all customers. Follow procedures and policies outlined by the company, such as portion control and plating procedures, while displaying a friendly and helpful attitude to all customers and fellow employees. Availability: Monday-Friday 6am to 3pm - no late nights, no weekends! Core Responsibilities: * 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 * Maintain established logs (food temperatures, cooling temperatures, cooler & freezer temperatures, etc.) * Monitor kitchen equipment for proper functioning; report any discrepancies to supervisor immediately * 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 * Hold prepared food items at appropriate temperatures (below 40° if cold, above 135° if hot) * Store food items according to established standards of practice; utilize proper labeling and dating * Communicate needs and concerns regarding food production and kitchen operation to supervisor appropriately, and in a timely manner. Experience: * High School diploma or equivalent required * Minimum of 2 years cooking experience * Excellent customer service skills * Team attitude - supports other kitchen employees in assuring that all essential functions of the kitchen are performed adequately and appropriately Physical Demands/Environment: * Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds * Environment may include hot, humid or cold conditions. Benefits: * Medical/medical plan with HSA * Dental * Vision * 401k with generous company match * PTO, Paid Holidays * Quarterly Bonus Program * Earned wage access - get paid daily (optional) * Employee Assistance Program with many free resources, discounts, etc * 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! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other protected class under the law.

Responsibilities

The Line Cook is responsible for preparing and distributing food items in a cafeteria setting while ensuring food freshness and quality. They must also maintain logs, monitor kitchen equipment, and communicate effectively with supervisors.