Cook (8427)

## Description

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:**

• Ensure food safety standards are followed at all times.
• Cook and prep food accurately based on recipes and specifications provided by the Chef/Genuine Foods.
• Coordinate with team members to ensure all food is prepared on time for service.
• Maintain a clean working environment and assist the team with additional cleaning duties.
• Keep area stocked and organized.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned.

## Qualifications
**Qualifications:**

• Must be flexible and team-oriented.
• At least 1 year of line cook or culinary experience.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and level-headedness.
• Punctual and able to adhere to the time and attendance policy.
• Ability to climb stairs and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Interest in and commitment to Genuine Foods’ mission to use food to enhance students' minds, bodies, and happiness.
• Must be able to work in a school environment.
• Job Type: Full-time

**Benefits and Perks:**

• Paid Time Off
• Holiday pay
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Career growth opportunities

**Genuine Values:**

• **Trustworthiness:** Integrity, transparency, reliability, consistency, and delivery excellence.
• **Personal Accountability:** Ownership in solving problems, no excuses, learning from mistakes, and financial stewardship without sacrificing quality.
• **People First:** Human-centered solutions, teamwork, hospitality, empathy, and cultural responsiveness.
• **Entrepreneurial:** Adaptable, nimble, willing to go the extra mile, responsive, and encouraged to try new things.
• **Genuine:** Commitment to real, tasty, scratch-cooked healthy food, authentic interactions, honesty, positivity, and professionalism.