Production Cook

1 year

Veselka Commissary is seeking full-time production cooks.

DESCRIPTION:

The production cook is responsible for the large-scale, high-volume production recipes and products of Veselka Enterprises that service our 3 locations as well as our National Direct-to-Consumer shipping operation. Production cooks report to the production managers and are expected to work cleanly and efficiently while maintaining both in-house and NYCHD safety and sanitation guidelines as well as be organized, team players. Responsibilities include completing the daily tasks assigned by the kitchen supervisor, following recipe and procedural instructions according to our brand standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensures food quality and standards are compliant and maintained by the company standards of excellence;
• Maintains the sufficient pars of responsible dishes needed for inventory of all three locations and national shipping;
• Maintains safety standards, neatness and sanitation of work areas and food prep items;
• Assists the Executive Chef in new recipe development and/or revisions of existing recipes;
• Supports the Executive Chef and kitchen supervisors by being compliant and flexible to the needs and demands of the business including but not limited to the execution of catering jobs and additional outside events;
• Supporting revenue and costing initiatives by helping to track labor hours and cost of goods figures;
• Ensures that all kitchen operational duties are fulfilled on a daily basis in a timely and efficient manner;
• Follows proper kitchen/facility opening and closing procedures

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift 50lbs and work on ones feet for an extended period of time;
• Experience in the hospitality industry with a background in food service;
• Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple projects at once;
• Strong communication skills working in a team environment;
• Accountability for order accuracy and timeliness;
• NYC DOH food handlers permit card and/or ServSafe is a plus

Compensation: Hourly ($20.00 - $22.00)

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Team Collaboration

Teamwork

Time Management Skills

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Collaboration skills

Flexibility

Safety Awareness

Problem Solving Skills

Quality Control

Adaptability

Recipe Development

Time Management

Adaptability to Changing Demands

Efficiency

Commitment to Safety and Sanitation

labor tracking

Inventory Management Skills

Cost Management

Creativity in Recipe Development

Catering coordination

Customer Service Orientation

Sanitation Practices

Ability to follow instructions

Team Leadership

Efficiency in Task Completion

Flexibility in Job Roles

Collaboration With Kitchen Staff

Responsibility for Inventory Management

Physical Stamina

Support for Revenue Initiatives

Attention to Health and Safety Regulations

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