Cook
Company: Smithfield Foods
Location: Smithfield
Posted on: October 23, 2024
Job Description:
If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into
Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.A great
job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an
American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and
fresh pork products. We're looking for motivated people who want to
join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us.
Apply Now!Your OpportunityThe Taste of Smithfield RestaurantThe
Cook is responsible for accurately and efficiently preparing,
seasoning and cooking all menu items in accordance with standard
portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen
rules, recipes, policiesand procedures. Also performs other duties
in the areas of food and final platepreparation including plating
and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes
for menu item plates.Position is located in Smithfield, Virginia.
No relocation offered, must provide own transportation. This is not
a general laborer position in the Plant.Core Responsibilities
- Prepares food in accordance with food safety preparation
guidelines to include cooking temperatures and times and presents
food on the plate in a generally pleasing fashion.
- Follows recipes and/or product directions for preparing,
seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving & serving food items to
include soups, sandwiches, meats, vegetables & other menu
products.
- Inspect kitchen prior to beginning cooking to ensure up to
standard regarding food safety guidelines, inspects all food items
before use for any sign of cross contamination or spoilage.
- Handles, stores, labels, & rotates all products properly & in
accordance to applicable state laws.
- Keeps kitchen free of health code violations.Cleans kitchen on
daily schedule outlined by executive chef.
- Estimates expected food consumption; then requisitions or
purchases supplies, or procures food from storage.
- Consults with supervisory staff to plan menus, taking into
consideration factors such as costs & special event needs.
- FIFO foods to ensure top quality food execution.
- Assist indish-washing and maintain a clean dish pit when
dishwasher hasn't arrived for the day.The above statements are
intended to describe the general nature and level of work being
performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to
be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills
required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as
assigned.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an
individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of
the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the
essential functions.
- 2+ years of cooking experience in a well-rated restaurant,
preferred but not required.
- Strong time management skills.
- Culinary training is preferred, but not required.
- Strong work ethic and commitment to uncompromising
quality.
- Customer serviced focused, team player with a willingness to
help other employees when needed.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekend and
evening shifts.
- Ability to work shifts with long periods of walking and
standing.
- Must have Food Handler's Card.Work Environment & Physical
DemandsThe work environment characteristics and physical demands
described here are representative of those an employee encounters
while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
- Frequently works in hot environment
- Must wear approved uniform, clean non-slip shoes & socks,
hairnet or hat
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 lbs.
- Ability to bend, twist & stand for long periods of time;
- Frequently works with sharp knives, utensils, & hot
plates.EEO/AA InformationSmithfield is an equal opportunity
employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age,
gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled
individual or any other protected group status or non-job
characteristic as directed by law.If you are an individual with a
disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for
any part of the employment selection process, please call us at
757-357-1595.
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