Cook

The Sun Valley Cook plays an important role in supporting daily kitchen operations by preparing high-quality food, maintaining a clean and organized workspace, and following established culinary procedures. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their culinary skills, gain experience in a professional kitchen environment, and contribute to a collaborative team focused on quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction.

Duties & Responsibilities:    

• Maintain a constantly safe, clean, and sanitary work environment
• Prepare foods according to recipes and/or house standards
• Practice proper food storage principles
• Understand and exhibit appropriate Garde-Manger skills to enhance the appearance of food items
• Prepare foods efficiently according to recipes and/or house standards
• Preparation of stocks, soups, sauces, salads, vinaigrettes, dressings, hors d’oeuvres, and appetizers
• Prep, trim, and portion proteins; break down fish, shellfish, and crustaceans
• Grill, roast, braise, poach, and/or sauté exacting specifications
• Maintain a constantly safe, clean, and sanitary work environment
• Observe the mechanical safety of kitchen equipment and report maintenance needs to the supervisor

 Qualifications:     

• Possess a sound understanding of culinary terminology
• Understand and carry out detailed written or verbal instructions
• Ability to learn and handle kitchen cutlery efficiently and safely using kitchen equipment and utensils for various fruits, vegetables, and herbs
• Ability to identify and safely use kitchen equipment and utensils
• Exhibit supervisory role when needed, exhibiting professional appearance and attitude
• Understand nutrition, portion control, costing, and elimination of food waste
• Ability to operate all kitchen equipment safely
• Understand and carry out innovative practices
• Exhibit extraordinary drive and passion for food
• Possess exceptional organizational and creative skills
• Work in, guide, and lead a team environment with enthusiasm and pride
• Follow kitchen grooming standards
• Engage in physical activities like standing for long periods, walking, and utilizing hands for tasks that involve gripping, handling, and reaching
• Can safely lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 55 pounds