Cook

Summary/Objective: Cooks are responsible for preparing and cooking food items according to recipes and quality standards. They work closely with kitchen staff to ensure prompt and accurate orders for restaurant patrons.

Essential Job Functions: Specific duties include, but are not limited, to the following: Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.
• Follow recipes and presentation specifications.
• Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area.
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly.
• Monitor food stock and place orders when needed.

Other duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Supervisory Responsibility: This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel may be required for this position.

Work Environment: The Cook position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with frequent interaction with staff and customers. The role involves prolonged standing, walking, and occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• This is a Full-time Non-Exempt position.
• Flexibility in working hours is required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as these are the peak times for restaurant operations.
• Mandatory meetings and participating in training.

EEO: We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation will be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• lifting items up to 25 lbs., such as supplies, boxes, or cleaning materials.
• Need to be able to bend, stoop, or crouch to access lower shelves or kitchen areas.
• The position requires standing for extended periods, walking frequently throughout the restaurant, and working in a noisy, high-traffic environment.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.
• Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Proven experience as a Cook in a restaurant setting.
• Food safety certification and any other relevant industry certifications (e.g., ServSafe) are a plus.

Required Pre-Employment Screening: LDF Business Development Corp. is committed to a drug-free workplace. To qualify for this position, applicants must agree to pre-employment drug screening and potential random testing, as required thereafter.