Line Cook
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Cullman Parks, Recreation, & Sports Tourism
AL
Summary
The line cook is responsible for daily food preparation, equipment setup, and maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment. They also assist with inventory management, stocking, and providing high-quality service to banquet and dining guests.
Job Description
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent (preferred). Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written form. Experience in formal cuisine and short-order cooking. Knife skills and general food preparation knowledge are required. Strong knowledge of computer and mobile device software applications and skills in applying them. Must be legally qualified in the State of Alabama to pour and serve alcoholic beverages. Possess a valid driver’s license. Must meet Park Board employment and physical standards, which includes a background check as well as drug and alcohol screening. Experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and aptitude to perform the defined duties.
COMPENSATION:
Hourly - Part-Time and/or Seasonal
MISSION STATEMENT:
Cullman Parks, Recreation, & Sports Tourism is dedicated to improving quality of life through exceptional parks, facilities, events, and recreational opportunities for all.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Executes daily food pre-preparation activities and prepares and preheats any needed equipment, ensuring kitchen readiness.
- Prepares dining banquet for service and parties, leading the foodservice line set-up and/or breakdown.
- Prepares and plates quality dishes to order efficiently.
- Knowledgeable in ServSafe practices, assists in maintaining exceptional food safety.
- Maintains a clean workstation during the shift, washes dishes, and ensures the kitchen is clean, stocked, and ready for reopening at the end of the shift.
- Helps maintain system-wide inventory related to assigned facilities and assists with ordering process for food and related consumables, as needed.
- Assists with stocking, restocking, and organizing food and related consumables, maintaining a First In First Out (FIFO) rotation of stock.
- Ability/willingness to
- Stand and work for extended periods
- Cross-train as Food & Beverage Service Staff and fill in as needed
- Help in other areas as needed
- Acts as a team member with other Parks and Recreation staff, embracing and supporting the vision and mission of the CPRST Board of Directors and the City of Cullman.
- Exhibits a high level of professionalism and ethics working amicably with the Park Board, the Executive Director, Administrators, Personnel, and Community.
- Exhibits proficiency in written and oral communication.
- Works hours vary, which will likely include nights and weekends, with hours varying based on time of year, events, and projects.
- Attends all meetings as requested by supervisors.
- Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work area is well lighted, ventilated, and heated. Occasionally work is outdoors where there is a potential to be exposed to various weather conditions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work is performed both inside and outside and requires the physical and mental ability to operate a motor vehicle, commercial kitchen appliances, and computer. Work also requires working around heights, heavy lifting, and the ability to climb, stand, bend, and sit while performing various job duties. Must be able to routinely lift and carry fifty pounds of weight without assistance.
Cullman City Parks and Recreation offers 5 recreation centers, 12 parks, and a golf course as well as over 100 programs, sports, classes, activities, and events for the community each year. The department is nationally recognized as one of the top recreation agencies in the country being named a top 4 department 3 years in a row from 2010-2012 by the National Recreation and Parks Association.
The department includes award winning facilities like the Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center with over 13,000 members engaged in 50+ weekly fitness classes, a full workout and fitness area, an indoor pool, basketball gyms, and Wild Water Water Park that attracts over 30,000 visitors each summer to the facility. Other facilities include the Donald E. Green Senior Center featuring over 30 free weekly activities for seniors as well as trips across the country. The Cullman Gymnastics & Cheer Academy houses elite competition teams for gymnasts and cheerleaders as well as dozens of recreation gymnastics and tumble classes. The Festhalle Marketplatz hosts a weekly Farmer's Market from April through October on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturdays from 7am-2pm with extended hours for special events. The Cullman Civic Center is the perfect place for community meetings, conferences, and event rentals of all types.
Heritage Park is the largest park in our system with 5 softball fields, 5 soccer fields, outdoor basketball and sand volleyball courts, 3+ miles of walking trails, 2 playgrounds, a splash pad, and 18-hole disc golf course, a dog park with sections for large and small dogs, and outdoor fitness equipment located throughout the park. The Field of Miracles complex houses 3 additional softball fields as well as the Miracle Field. Neighborhood parks are scattered through the community with picnic areas, playgrounds, open spaces, softball fields, and more including Depot Park, Art Park, Steifelmeyer Park, East Side Park, Nesmith Park, Carroll Acres Park, Culpepper Park, and Ingle Park.
Founded
1979
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Recreational Facilities
Org type
Government Agency
Headquarters
Cullman, AL
Cullman City Parks and Recreation offers 5 recreation centers, 12 parks, and a golf course as well as over 100 programs, sports, classes, activities, and events for the community each year. The department is nationally recognized as one of the top recreation agencies in the country being named a top 4 department 3 years in a row from 2010-2012 by the National Recreation and Parks Association.
The department includes award winning facilities like the Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center with over 13,000 members engaged in 50+ weekly fitness classes, a full workout and fitness area, an indoor pool, basketball gyms, and Wild Water Water Park that attracts over 30,000 visitors each summer to the facility. Other facilities include the Donald E. Green Senior Center featuring over 30 free weekly activities for seniors as well as trips across the country. The Cullman Gymnastics & Cheer Academy houses elite competition teams for gymnasts and cheerleaders as well as dozens of recreation gymnastics and tumble classes. The Festhalle Marketplatz hosts a weekly Farmer's Market from April through October on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturdays from 7am-2pm with extended hours for special events. The Cullman Civic Center is the perfect place for community meetings, conferences, and event rentals of all types.
Heritage Park is the largest park in our system with 5 softball fields, 5 soccer fields, outdoor basketball and sand volleyball courts, 3+ miles of walking trails, 2 playgrounds, a splash pad, and 18-hole disc golf course, a dog park with sections for large and small dogs, and outdoor fitness equipment located throughout the park. The Field of Miracles complex houses 3 additional softball fields as well as the Miracle Field. Neighborhood parks are scattered through the community with picnic areas, playgrounds, open spaces, softball fields, and more including Depot Park, Art Park, Steifelmeyer Park, East Side Park, Nesmith Park, Carroll Acres Park, Culpepper Park, and Ingle Park.
Founded
1979
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Recreational Facilities
Org type
Government Agency
Headquarters
Cullman, AL