Lead Cook

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We are looking for a leader and someone passionate about the culinary arts to join our Culinary team as a Lead Cook. This individual must be creative, motivated, and a passionate hands-on leader in the kitchen! Successful candidates for this role will have a proven track record of work with creative menus, responds in a professional and courteous manner to guests and team, and enjoys being a teacher of the culinary arts.

If you have a passion for the Culinary Arts and are looking to develop your skills, the skills of your team and grow a career, then we want you!

Your Role :

• Leads by example and master’s both the hot and cold food item production.
• Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and/or as specified on guest check. Visually inspects, selects and uses only food items ideal cooking, in preparation of all menu items to ensure consistency of product to the guest.
• Prepare a variety of food items including meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, and cold foods.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned work areas.
• Prepares daily requisitions for supplies and food items for production.
• Work independently at assigned workstation to prep menu items.
• Store food properly in accordance with the Health Department and hotel standards.
• Minimize waste and maintain food cost controls.
• Review work status and check in with leaders before the end of shift.
• Checks and controls the proper storage of products, monitoring age and condition of all food items to rotate and maintain highest quality. Keeps all refrigeration equipment, storage and working areas clean and clutter free, complying with Health department regulations.
• Perform general cleaning tasks as assigned, using standard cleaning products.
• Keep floors dry and clean to prevent slip/fall hazards.
• Assist with additional duties such as moving supplies and cleaning unexpected spills.
• Use basic math skills to follow recipes and measure ingredients accurately.

Compensation :

$26.00-$28.00 /Hour

Every job here has the opportunity to grow into supervisory, management, and executive-level positions. We promote from within and are also open to cross-training across a variety of departments.

Schedule:

Full-Time or Part-Time

This is a 24-7, 365 day a year business that will require some work during nights, weekends and holidays. A flexible schedule that can move between shifts and days as needed is highly desired.

Perks Available to All Employees

• Free hot meals daily
• Complimentary access to the fitness center, showers,
• locker rooms, pool, and hot tub
• Free golf & zip-lining
• 401(k) with employer match -vested immediately!
• Financial planning assistance
• Mental health and counseling support
  
• Discounts on spa, gift shop, golf shop, and dining outlets
  
• Exclusive hotel discounts across our portfolio
  
• Discounts on travel, local attractions, health & wellness, and more

Comprehensive Benefits for Regular Full-Time Employees

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Coverage – Accident, Critical Illness &
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  
• HSA / FSA options
  
• Disability coverage
  
• Legal and Identity Theft Insurance
  
• Life Insurance and AD&D – Base plan provided at no cost to you!
  
• Pet Insurance

Time to Relax – PTO That Grows With You

We reward hard work with well-earned time off. Our generous PTO plan includes holiday hours and increases with tenure:
First Year: 88 hours/year (max 120)
1–5 Years: 128 hours/year (max 160)
5–10 Years: 168 hours/year (max 200)
10+ Years: 208 hours/year (max 240)

PLUS WA Paid Sick Leave

You’ll earn 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked – and the best part? It rolls over each year with a max of 120 hours! Available to all non-exempt associates.

LOCATION: Stevenson, WA

22 miles from White Salmon, WA

23 miles from Hood River, OR

28 miles from Washougal, WA

30 miles from Troutdale, OR

30 miles from Camus, WA

50 minutes from Vancouver, WA

50 minutes from Portland, OR

• Culinary or Apprenticeship program preferred
• Preferred prior resort and restaurant cooking experience in a high-volume kitchen or resort setting.
• Expert knife skills and safety
• Good working knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment, i.e., stoves, ovens, broilers, kettles, steamers, etc.
• Good working knowledge of broiler, sauté, fry, roast, moist heat, and other advanced methods. Heavy emphasis on stocks sauces and working sauté station.
• Good working knowledge of pantry fundamentals and cold food preparation techniques.
• Additional language ability is preferred.
• Good working knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation.
• Familiarity with refrigeration equipment and safe storage practices.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English to follow recipes and communicate effectively.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. on a continuous basis.
• Ability to stand for long periods and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to work in environments within extreme temperature ranges.
• Demonstrated understanding of service standards and ability to uphold them.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any local, state, or federally required licenses or certificates, including but not limited to a Washington State food handler’s card.
• Basic mathematical skills are necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts and portion sizes.
• Minimum formal education of a high school diploma
• Any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Must be able to read recipes and follow measurement instructions accurately.