Cook

POSITION SUMMARY:

To prepare and portion foods for the resort's food and beverage outlets.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

•  Possess a solid background in making soups, stocks, grilling and roasts with the knowledge of varied methods and techniques to prepare food. 
•  Handle knives excellently and operate all kitchen equipment in a safe, efficient and effective manner. 
•  Be able to assume control of the kitchen in the absence of a Sous Chef.
•  Follow the kitchen chain of command; i.e. Chefs, Cook I, Cook II, Cook III.
• Take an active role in the training of new cooks.
• Assist the Chef as necessary in maintaining the cleanliness operations of the Kitchen.
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Degree Required:    High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred Degree:  Associate Degree in culinary field or fifth year college or university program certificate
• Certificate(s) or License(s): Valid Driver’s License
• Years of experience: two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

• Language Skills:  Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. 
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions percentages, area, circumference, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. 
• Reasoning Ability:  Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. 
• Required to work with others well in a close environment with a learning attitude possessing speed and efficiency on the line.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Regularly walks, stands, and lifts up to 50 lbs.

Seldom/never sits or does computer work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and innovation. Chooses from limited alternatives to resolve problems. Occasional independent judgment is required to complete work assignments. Often makes recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices.

Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis.

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer.  Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [email protected].

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