The Cook position is essential to our production kitchen, responsible for preparing and serving food in accordance with daily menu and recipe standards. This role involves a variety of tasks related to food preparation and kitchen maintenance. There are opportunities to learn culinary skills and advance your career. We are a supportive team that values respect and collaboration. The ideal candidate enjoys working with students and educators and prioritizes superior customer service.
Essential Responsibilities:
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Ensure food safety standards are followed at all times.
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Cook and prep food accurately based on recipes and specifications provided by the Chef/Genuine Foods.
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Coordinate with team members to ensure all food is prepared on time for service.
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Maintain a clean working environment and assist the team with additional cleaning duties.
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Keep area stocked and organized.
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Perform any additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
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Must be flexible and team-oriented.
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At least 1 year of line cook or culinary experience.
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Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and level-headedness.
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Punctual and able to adhere to the time and attendance policy.
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Ability to climb stairs and lift up to 50 lbs.
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Interest in and commitment to Genuine Foods’ mission to use food to enhance students' minds, bodies, and happiness.
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Must be able to work in a school environment.
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Job Type: Full-time
Benefits and Perks:
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Paid Time Off
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Holiday pay
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Medical, dental, and vision benefits
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Career growth opportunities
Genuine Values:
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Trustworthiness: Integrity, transparency, reliability, consistency, and delivery excellence.
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Personal Accountability: Ownership in solving problems, no excuses, learning from mistakes, and financial stewardship without sacrificing quality.
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People First: Human-centered solutions, teamwork, hospitality, empathy, and cultural responsiveness.
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Entrepreneurial: Adaptable, nimble, willing to go the extra mile, responsive, and encouraged to try new things.
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Genuine: Commitment to real, tasty, scratch-cooked healthy food, authentic interactions, honesty, positivity, and professionalism.
