Cook

The Cook will prepare meals and follow establishment recipes. Duties include
preparing ingredients, adhering to the Chef's established menu, and following food health
and safety procedures. Cook, clean, assist Head Chef and staff in preparing,
serving, and cleaning up for approximately 50 people, 3x/day during the academic year,
and 200 people 3 x/day during summer. This position works 40 hours/week, hours and
days to be determined.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Food Preparation
- Prepare large quantities of food based on standardized recipes and portion
guidelines.
- Utilize industrial kitchen equipment, such as large ovens, steam kettles, mixers,
and slicers, to ensure efficiency and consistency.
- Handle bulk ingredients and storage while minimizing waste and maintaining
inventory accuracy.
Menu Execution
- Follow menu plans established by management or the executive chef.
- Adapt recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions, allergies, or special requests.
- Ensure the food presentation aligns with organizational standards for aesthetics
and plating.
Quality Assurance
- Monitor cooking times and temperatures to ensure food is safe and cooked
properly.
- Perform regular taste tests to guarantee flavor consistency.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene practices to avoid contamination.
Team Collaboration
- Work closely with other kitchen staff, including prep cooks, line cooks, and
kitchen assistants.
- Assist in the training of new kitchen staff on volume cooking techniques and
safety procedures.
- Communicate effectively with management regarding kitchen needs, equipment
maintenance, or staffing requirements.
Application Requirements
Applicants should submit a work resume and contact information for at least two references. Applicants should name all attached files with this format: "Last Name, First Name - Document."
The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center is committed to be an equal-opportunity employer. The O'Neill aims to foster a diverse culture that is inclusive of race, ethnicity, culture, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ability, national origin, veteran status, socioeconomic class, religion, professional status, and the intersections thereof. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.