Second Cook - $20 to $22 per HOUR

HMSHost is a leading global provider of restaurateur services, specializing in dynamic food and beverage solutions at travel venues such as airports, highways, and amusement parks. With a history of excellence and innovation, HMSHost is dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences to millions of travelers and customers every year. As a part of the Autogrill Group, an industry leader with decades of expertise, HMSHost offers a vibrant and supportive work environment where employees can thrive and grow in their careers. Their commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, and employee development makes HMSHost a standout employer in the food service industry. The role under consideration is that of a Second Cook, a valuable position within HMSHost’s kitchen team responsible for ensuring high-quality food production and preparation. This is a non-exempt, full-time position reporting to local management such as a Manager, Assistant Manager, or Operations Director based on location. The Second Cook plays a pivotal role in maintaining the standards of food presentation and taste, rotating through various food stations and handling numerous culinary tasks. This position demands expertise in following recipes, seasoning, cooking, tasting, and carving a wide array of food items including soups, meats, vegetables, and desserts. The individual in this role also helps with menu planning, inventory management, and maintaining food safety standards. This career opportunity is ideal for culinary professionals with 2-3 years of experience in high-volume casual dining or similar environments, who possess intermediate food knowledge specifically related to soups, sauces, and pantry management. The role requires proficient knife skills, familiarity with dry and moist cooking principles, and an understanding of HACCP standards for food safety. The Second Cook must adapt to new menu items and techniques, work efficiently under time constraints, and maintain excellent communication with both customers and team members. Working knowledge of kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, slicers, and ovens is essential. The role also emphasizes excellent food quality control, including handling organic and specialty ingredients, to ensure the freshest and most appealing products are served. Additionally, HMSHost places a strong emphasis on employee well-being by offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off including vacation and sick leave, holiday pay, meal and transportation benefits, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Employees also benefit from company-paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, and access to training and career advancement opportunities. Equally important is HMSHost’s dedication to diversity, equal opportunity, and maintaining a safe, drug-free workplace. This career with HMSHost offers considerable growth potential in an exciting, fast-paced environment dedicated to quality and customer service. The Second Cook is a crucial member of the culinary team who directly contributes to customers’ positive dining experiences while gaining valuable skills and exposure within a respected global organization.

• Requires 2-3 years of closely related culinary experience, working in a high-volume casual dining restaurant environment or similar position
• Requires intermediate level food knowledge pertaining to soups, sauces and pantry
• Must have proficient knife cutting skills, and have a full knowledge of dry and moist cooking principles
• Requires food preparation skills and knowledge of HACCP standards
• Requires working knowledge of a variety of kitchen equipment: grill, fryer, slicers, and ovens
• Must have proficient skills in handling organic and specialty ingredients and quality control
• Must be able to adapt to changes in new menu items and cooking techniques
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must have the ability to complete multiple tasks/heavy volume under time constraints
• Must have working knowledge of weights, measures and various cooking techniques
• Must have good communication and customer service skills
• Requires the ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably and professionally with individuals
• Requires a working knowledge of restaurant control systems such as prep chart, pull charts, basic recipe conversions
• Must maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
• Requires the ability to lift and/or move 40 lbs
• Requires the ability to bend, twist and stand for extended periods of time to perform normal job functions
• Frequently immerses hands in water and water diluted with chemical solutions
• Frequently works in hot environment