Position Title: Assistant Cook
Reports To: Culinary Manager
Status: Full-time, Seasonal, Salaried Position
Location: Timber Lake Playhouse (TLP)
Purpose:
The Assistant Cook will collaborate closely with the Culinary Manager to prepare and deliver high-quality meals for the Timber Lake Playhouse (TLP) company. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Primary Responsibilities:
The Assistant Cook will provide the following services:
● Meal Preparation: Assist in preparing meals according to established recipes and correct portion sizes to ensure consistency and quality.
● Cooking and Baking: Help with cooking, baking, grilling, and frying various menu items as required by the daily menu.
● Kitchen Sanitation: Ensure that food preparation areas are clean, sanitized, and meet safety standards at all times.
● Food Handling: Follow all food handling procedures and comply with health and safety regulations.
● Food Receiving and Storage: Assist with receiving food deliveries, ensuring proper storage, and keeping track of inventory.
● Kitchen Maintenance: Maintain a clean, organized kitchen by washing dishes, cleaning cooking equipment, and disposing of waste as necessary.
● Menu Planning: Contribute to menu planning and suggest ideas for new dishes or daily specials.
● Event Preparation: Prepare food for TLP events and other special functions as scheduled.
● General Support: Follow instructions from the Head Cook and senior management team, and contribute to a positive and productive work environment.
● Other Duties: Perform other tasks as assigned by the Executive Director or management to support the overall operations of the organization.
Qualifications:
● High School Diploma or equivalent required.
● Extensive knowledge and experience in food service, including the use of kitchen equipment and cooking techniques.
● Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, both independently and as part of a team.
● Flexibility and adaptability to a dynamic and changing work environment.
Personal Characteristics:
● Professionalism: Maintain a professional attitude and appearance at all times while building positive relationships with team members and other staff.
● Decision-Making: Assess situations and make timely, clear decisions that prioritize the best interests of the organization.
● Organization: Ability to set priorities, create and manage work schedules, track tasks and ensure attention to detail.
● Planning and Execution: Able to develop strategies to meet goals, plan effectively, and evaluate the results.
● Problem-Solving: Assess and identify problems, gather necessary information, and propose solutions to resolve issues.
● Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while remaining calm under pressure.
● Appearance Standards: Maintain the professional appearance of the Timber Lake Playhouse campus in both on-season and off-season, ensuring a clean and safe environment. Report any issues to the Manager of Operations.
Send job inquiries to: misty@timberlakeplayhouse.org or admin@timberlakeplayhouse.org
