What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Cook with potential for management position at Dunrovin Christian Brothers Retreat Center?
Overview
Do you love to cook? Feel free to schedule a visit to see if this position is a good fit for you!
We are hiring a Staff Cook, with potential for growth into management. Looking for a person who enjoys serving and caring for others through food. This position supports Dunrovin’s mission of exceptional hospitality by preparing meals for guests and occasionally staff, while helping maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming kitchen environment. The Staff Cook will bring warmth, kindness, flexibility, and reliability to the work, and will help create a positive experience for every person who comes to Dunrovin.
Duties
- Ability to work independently while collaborating well with a small team.
- Serve homemade meals with a warm and welcoming spirit of hospitality
- Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during food production and cooking processes
- Prepare ingredients using proper knife skills, slicing techniques, and food handling procedures
- Support food safety management by adhering to sanitation standards, cleaning protocols, and proper food storage practices
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely serving of meals
- Maintain cleanliness of workstations, utensils, and equipment to meet health regulations
- Communicate effectively with Retreat Center staff and guest groups to coordinate tasks and ensure smooth operations
Requirements
- Prior experience in dietary departments or as a dietary aide is highly preferred
- Knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques
- Familiarity with operating kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
- Experience in food service environments such as restaurants or catering is preferred but not necessary
- Knowledge of or willingness to learn food safety standards, including proper food handling and hygiene practices
- Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with kitchen staff
- Basic culinary skills including knife proficiency, slicing techniques, and portion control
- Attention to detail
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22