Cook

2 years

Organization Overview:

Elawa has expanded! We opened a cafe in mid-August and hiring additional, dedicated staff members to support cafe operations.

The Cafe at Elawa Farm will offer breakfast, lunch, coffee service, weekend brunch, and kid friendly options. The Cafe will be open Wednesday through Sunday from 8am to 3pm. Our menu will be seasonal, highlighting our farms produce as well as local farmer food.

Elawa Farm Foundations mission is to steward a historic farm that enriches greater Lake County as a center for experiential learning to broaden access to education, nutritious food, and our local food system. We gather community through food and agriculture with community-based programs and events.

Job Title: Cook

Position summary:

We are looking for a dedicated cook to prepare high-quality dishes in accordance with food health and safety regulations and company standards. The cooks responsibilities include following instructions relating to the timely preparation of food orders, organizing workstations, and assisting other cooks as needed. You should also be able to ensure that the refrigerators and storerooms are kept clean and tidy.

To be successful as a cook, you should be able to use various cooking techniques and methods to prepare dishes that meet our customers expectations. Ultimately, a top-notch cook should be able to handle multiple food orders without compromising on quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing and assembling ingredients for menu items.
• Preparing high-quality dishes and food items according to organizational recipes.
• Storing excess food at the correct temperature to avoid spoilage.
• Ensuring that food portions and food presentation meet organizational standards.
• Monitoring supplies and re-ordering stock as needed.
• Ensuring that cooking utensils are clean before each use.
• Cleaning and sanitizing food preparation areas.
• Assisting other cooks to ensure that food orders are completed in a timely manner.
• Efficiently resolving problems with customers orders.
• Ensuring that food health and safety regulations are followed.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• ServSafe food handling certification is preferred.
• Sound knowledge of cooking methods and techniques.
• Proven experience working as a Cook.
• The ability to follow recipes.
• The ability to work in a team.
• The ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Effective communication skills.

Reports to: Sous Chef

Supervises: N/A

Status: Full time

Compensation: $17/hr to $20/hr depending on experience

Equal Opportunity Statement: Elawa Farm Foundation does not discriminate in the selection of its staff on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, income, marital status, or any other dimension of identity

Compensation: Hourly ($17.00 - $20.00) plus tips

High Quality Food Preparation

Cooking Techniques and Methods

Food Portioning and Presentation

Food Safety and Sanitation

Ability to Follow Recipes

Physical Stamina (Ability to Stand for Extended Periods)

Effective Communication