Cook - Full Time

$21.00 / hour

This Full Time Cook position is responsible for preparing menu items in accordance with recipes and production procedures.

• Ensure that high standards of food quality are maintained.
• Achieve the budgeted food cost by complying with portion controls.
• Provide guest service according to Knott's Berry Farm standards.
• Adhere to Knott's Berry Farm costuming and grooming standards.
• Adhere to Knott’s Berry Farm Rules of Conduct.
• Conduct cash handling transactions, including making change and accepting payment.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in assigned work area.
• Report all unsafe or unusual conditions to supervision.
• Ensure a high standard of quality food products served.
• Ensure safety and sanitation of entire complex through use of a safety program. Follow through on Front of House and Back of House checklist, inspections, and heightened awareness for optimum working conditions.
• Ensure all production needs are met for area of responsibility. Monitor all operations, paperwork and related aspects for optimum efficiency and production.
• Use knowledge of equipment, manuals, and maintenance feedback to keep equipment up and running.
• Develop specials and update regularly all menu specifications. Monitor portions, presentation, and any food development issues.
• Be available as a source of knowledge and facts relating to all restaurant operations, procedures, laws, policies, and/or emergency issues. Through consultation via phone or in person to assist supervision as necessary.

• High School diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years experience in a culinary position.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.
• Ability to work effectively and achieve department goals under time constraints and quality pressures.
• Ability to work with little or no direct supervision.
• Ability to take initiative to accomplish daily work tasks.
• Ability to accurately compile reports from information provided.
• Ability to maintain composure during high-pressure situations.