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Job Summary:

A Specialty Cook is responsible for interpreting and producing specialty food and menus to specifications

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares all Specialty Indian Cuisine dishes as per menu specifications and recipes
• Uses Specialty Cuisine cooking equipment, techniques and plate presentation
• Converts recipes from Specialty Cuisine language back into English for Specialty Cuisine
• Produces classical food items from specifications laid out by airline for Specialty Cuisine
• Converts Specialty Cuisine recipes into large quantities for production
• Wash's, peels and/or cuts various foods to prepare for cooking or serving
• Carries food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas
• Prepares vegetables, fruits, salads, and foods for cooking
• Must be able to multi-task in a high-pressure environment
• Follows directions
• Works as a member of a team
• Additional duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by management

Qualifications

Education:

• Culinary degree and/or cook certification is preferred.

Work Experience:

• Expertise in Indian cuisine
• Must have five (5) years of experience in cooking Indian cuisine.
• Experience in quantity and quality food preparation and kitchen maintenance.

Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration)

• Not applicable

Language / Communication Skills:

• Read, write, and follow food specifications and menu guidelines
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers

Requirements of the Job:

• Complies with company policies
• Completes paperwork and related administrative duties
• Knowledge of sanitation requirements in food preparation and storage
• Knowledge of methods of preparing, cooking and serving food
• Knowledge of the uses of kitchen utensils and equipment and the operation thereof
• Must be skilled with knives
• Ability to work under direct supervision and cooperate with other staff personnel
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to assist in the preparation of various foods

Work Environment

• Will be exposed to extreme temperature changes and noise.
• Will work with cleaning solutions, people-safe chemicals and related equipment to thoroughly clean and sanitize food service equipment and facilities.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move product, equipment and supplies up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Regularly stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during shifts of 8+ hours.

Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position

Employees at gategroup are expected to live our Values of Excellence, Integrity, Passion and Accountability. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone:

• We treat each other with respect and we act with integrity
• We communicate and keep each other informed
• We put our heads together to problem solve and deliver excellence as a team
• We have passion for our work and we pay attention to the little details
• We foster an environment of accountability , take responsibility for our actions and learn from our mistakes
• We do what we say we will do, when we say we are going to do it
• We care about our coworkers, always taking an opportunity to make someone’s day better

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law.

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