** Cook, Honolulu Museum of Art Cafe**

**Location:** Honolulu, HI

Job Status: Regular Part-Time, 30 or more hours per week. FLSA Non-Exempt, Benefits Eligible.

Benefits:

* Paid Vacation

* Paid Sick Leave

* Employer Paid Health Insurance (for employee)

* Employer Paid Dental (for employee)

* 401k and 403b Retirement Plans

Work Hours: Thursday - Sunday 8:30AM to 3:30PM and some evening shifts. Must be available Thursday - Sunday.

Job Summary: Under the supervision of Chef, the Cafe Cook supports the cafe kitchen operation with daily culinary work.

Minimum Qualifications:

* High school diploma or equivalent.

* 2 years of prior experience working in a professional kitchen as a cook.

* Interest in culinary arts with a desire and willingness to learn.

Desired Qualifications:

* Organized and detail oriented with the ability to handle multiple tasks and work calmly and efficiently under pressure.

* Flexible and agreeable in regard to duties assigned and work schedules given.

* Proven cooking experience, including experience as a line cook, restaurant cook, or prep cook.

* Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.

* Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.

* Familiar with industrys best practices.

* Culinary school graduate or student.

* ANSI, Servsafe, or State of Hawaii Food Handlers Certification.

Essential Duties:

* Food preparation and cooking/plating during lunch service.

* Maintain kitchen work areas and cafe equipment in a clean and orderly condition.

* Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies.

* Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces and dressings.)

* Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.

* Answer, report and follow chefs instructions.

* Clean up station and properly dispose/store leftover ingredients.

* Stock inventory appropriately.

* Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in a high quality and timely fashion.

* Comply with sanitation regulations and food safety standards.

* Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers.

* Assist with special events and catering as needed.

* Additional duties as assigned.

Traits and Characteristics:

The successful candidate should demonstrate an ability to initiate and sustain momentum without close supervision. Exhibiting a polished presence, diplomacy, discretion and a deep respect and understanding of the Museum, its vision, mission and values.

Working Conditions and Atmosphere:

This job operates in a kitchen environment. This role routinely uses an oven, grill, stove top, sinks and dishwashers and tools to clean kitchen appliances. Employees in this role are frequently exposed to hot water, potentially slippery floors, and cleaning chemicals. Able to walk, stand, use stairs and climb a ladder, bend, stoop, kneel and crouch. Must be able to use arms, hands and fingers to hold utensils, sharp knives, and heavy pots and pans. Must be able to pick up, hold, carry, and lift overhead up to 50 pounds. Must be able to reach outward and overhead. Noise level is usually normal to occasionally loud; employee must have the ability to hear, listen and speak clearly.

The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibilities and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work duties and requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.

The Honolulu Museum of Art maintains a policy of nondiscrimination in all employment practices and decisions, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, including gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, reproductive health decisions, marital status, arrest and court record, citizenship, credit history, military service, victim of domestic or sexual abuse status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. This applies to both Honolulu Museum of Art employees and applicants for employment with the Museum. Any form of harassment of any employee because of any protected status is also prohibited.

**Contact Information**

Contact: Sharon Stillman, Honolulu Museum of Art

Email: hr@honolulumuseum.org

Phone: (808) 237-5223

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