Kitchen Cook Jobs in Whitney, Nevada

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Kitchen Team (P1-1350903-0)

Panda Restaurant Group Inc Whitney, NV

Join Us as a Kitchen Team AssociateWe're looking for friendly team players to cook delicious food while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness for our guests. Thrive in a safe and supportive work environment with team members who become friends. There's always something new to learn, do, and accomplish. If you don't have experience, we'll train you! You'll get opportunities to gain skills that help you rise in your career, no matter where you go. We're all about giving back, so you'll also get the chance to impact your community through our Panda Cares initiative.Essential Functions for Kitchen Team AssociatesProvides exceptional dining experience to Guests - Greeting Guests, Serving food and handling payments at cash registerMaintains the cleanliness and appearance of the storeFollows Operations Standards and Safety Procedure to serve fresh and quality foodWorks efficiently in fast paced kitchen environment, and may work at different positions - Front counter, Drive Through or KitchenWork effectively with team members to meet daily goals in a fun, positive environment.QualificationsFriendly and helpful team membersOperations experience is a plusSome high schoolFood Handler certification may be required depending on local requirements, acquired at your expenseHow We Reward YouFlexible schedulesGreat payFree meals while working at PandaMedical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Cancer Income Protection insurance for full-time associatesHealth Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending accounts401K with company matchVacation, sick leave, bereavement/funeral leave and Leave Share Program for eligible associatesAssociate discounts for many brandsReferral bonus for eligible associatesOpportunity to give back to your communityHands-on paid training to prepare you for successOn-Going Career & Leadership DevelopmentOpportunities for growth into management positionsPre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountPlease refer to https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf for details.Candidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.ADA StatementWhile performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from steam table and food vapors. Workspace is restricted and employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods of time. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use Chinese cook knife and other kitchen equipment and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand up to four hours and reach across counter tops measured at 36 inches to serve customers. Kitchens are hot and noise levels are usually high; storage space is limited and shelving is high. Employees must be able to work in a fast-paced work environment, have effective verbal communication skills, ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities, and the ability to manage conflicts/difficult situations.Panda Strong since 1983Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,300 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it's impacting our team or the communities we work in, we're proud to be an organization that embraces family values.You're wanted herePanda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodation. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations, absent undue hardship, to effectively participate in the application and hiring process, for example, sign language interpreters. If you believe you require an accommodation for the application or interview process or for the position for which you are applying, please reach out to [email protected] Range: $22 per hour - $25 per hour*Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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Shelter Kitchen Lead & Resident Advocate

Family Abuse Center Whitney, NV

A community support organization in Nevada is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations including meal planning, food preparation, and compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates should have over 2 years of cooking experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage a diverse team. This full-time position requires a valid driver's license and food manager's license. Competitive hourly wage offered.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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Full-time Shelter Cook

Family Abuse Center Whitney, NV

Position Status: Full-TimeFLSA: Non-exempt (hourly)Supervised by: Director of Residential ServicesResponsible for maintaining and overseeing the daily operations of the Family Abuse Center kitchen including planning menus, food preparation, ordering food, reporting, distribution and adhering to food program guidelines. Other responsibilities include maintaining an accurate inventory and maintaining high sanitation and health standards for the kitchen and equipment. This position will also step in when needed to be a Resident Advocate during regular business hours.Qualifications The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, skill/ability, and licenses/credentials required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education High School Diploma or equivalent and minimum of two (2) years of experience with meal planning and cooking experience in a restaurant, child‑care or school setting, or culinary arts training.Experience Minimum of two (2) years of experience with cooking experience in a restaurant, child‑care or school setting, or culinary arts trainingExperience working with diverse populations and groupsExperience in nonprofit workDemonstrated effectiveness in working as both a leader and a member of a teamSkills & Abilities Understands appropriate conflict resolution and demonstrates skill in that areaAbility to handle crises with sensitivity and assertivenessFlexibility and ability to prioritize job responsibilitiesAbility to maintain personal balance while accomplishing multiple tasks that require a variety of skillsDemonstrates skills of self‑directionStrong organizational skillsAbility to maintain accurate dataMust be able to demonstrate a background of being able to work independently, solve problems, and train personnelMust know Food Safety regulationsMust be clean, neat, and well‑organizedWorking knowledge of food production/service equipmentWorking knowledge of cleaning supplies/equipmentSkilled at using a computer and familiar with ordering onlineLicenses/Credentials Valid Texas Driver's License and clear driving record.Food Manager's License.Responsibilities Manage all operational aspects of the kitchen independently, using good time management skills.Cooks and serves high‑quality meals in compliance with food safety standards and regulations; ensures the food temperatures are in line with safety standards.Manage and maintain kitchen and food safety standards to meet local, state, and federal guidelines.Provides accurate record keeping of food production.Manages, organizes, and takes inventory.Provide all receipts, invoices, and other necessary documentation to the Director of Finance.Plans and evaluates purchases for food/non‑food items based on the kitchen’s budget and purchases food/non‑food items as needed.Uses any necessary dietary guidelines in menu planning and recipe modification.Maintain safe and sanitary conditions in storage, preparation, and service of food.Attends job‑related training and classes related to food preparation, (Central Texas Food Bank) CTFB guidelines, and Health Department food safety.Orders food and supplies from CTFB and other vendors.Manage CTFB distribution site for Family Abuse Center clients and follow any CTFB requirements.Enter any data related to the menus and meal counts into the computer systems.Follow data and reporting requirements for any funding source or agency need.Believe and act in accordance with the agency’s mission statement and goals.Ensure all required employees have and maintain a current food handlers’ license, i.e... Posted in the cabinet, current dates, and on file with the Agency.Read and interpret documents such as operating manuals.Mental and Physical Abilities The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made if necessary: Duties are usually performed standing with occasional periods of sitting or walking. Some physical effort is required associated with lifting and carrying objects (less than 30 lbs.). Ability to stoop, lift, squat, and bend.Working Conditions The work is done in kitchen areas which are well‑lit but are often hot and noisy. The cooks are exposed to steam, fumes, and odors from cooking and to extreme temperature changes when entering walk‑in refrigeration or freezing units. There is a danger of slipping on wet floors that have been recently mopped or where food has been spilled. They are subject to possible cuts from knives and burns from steam, hot foods, stoves, and hot grease and water. Ability to work some weekends and day hours for special projects.Essential Functions This job description should not be interpreted as all‑inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform job‑related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Kitchen Cook jobs in Whitney