Cook

Company Description

Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers has spent nearly 30 years helping men, women and kids everywhere look and feel good. Developing comfort technologies is at the foundation of all that we do—delivering stylish, innovative, and quality products at a reasonable price. From our diverse footwear offering to a growing range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.

With international business representing over half of our total sales, we have product available in more than 170 countries and significant opportunities for continued expansion worldwide. We sell our collections direct to consumers through more than 4,000 Skechers stores around the globe and Skechers e-commerce sites, as well as through a network of third-party partners.

A MULTI-BILLION-DOLLAR GLOBAL LEADER IN THE FOOTWEAR INDUSTRY.

Job Description

Job Purpose

The Cook supports the culinary team of the Skechers Café by preparing and cooking a variety of dishes, ensuring high-quality and flavorful meals for our customers. This position maintains safety and freshness standards while providing hands-on support in maintaining a clean, compliant, and efficient kitchen. The Cook will play a key role in maintaining a positive dining experience, contributing to the overall success of our kitchen.

If you are a dedicated and skilled cook with a passion for creating delicious meals, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of our kitchen and provide a delightful dining experience for our customers.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Prepare and cook a diverse range of dishes, adhering to established recipes and quality standardsEnsure all food items are prepared, cooked, and presented with precision and attention to detailCollaborate with the kitchen team to plan and execute daily menus, taking into consideration dietary restrictions and preferencesMonitor and manage inventory levels of ingredients and kitchen supplies, prompting orders as neededMaintain food safety standards and Skechers’ standards for freshnessAdhere to proper cooking techniques, food handling procedures, and health regulationsAssist in training new kitchen staff membersStay updated on culinary trends and industry best practicesOperate a variety of kitchen equipmentEnsure equipment in work area is clean and in proper working condition Maintain a clean, organized work areaTreat all management and fellow team-members with respect to support a healthy and positive team environmentComply with the Skechers Café uniform guidelines and maintain a professional presenceOther duties to be assigned by management

Qualifications

Job Requirements

Knowledge of various cooking techniques, cuisines, and food presentationFamiliarity with health and safety regulations in a kitchen settingValid California Food Handler CertificationAttention to detail and a passion for delivering high-quality foodStrong knife skillsStrong communication skills (both written and oral)Able to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules, policies, procedures, and operating or maintenance instructionsAble to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimalsAble to carry out instructions furnished in written oral, or diagram formAbility to work effectively in a dynamic, quick-moving environmentAble to work overtime hours when necessaryAble to work on-site

Education And Experience

High School Diploma or equivalentCulinary degree or relevant certification preferredProven experience as a cook in a restaurant or similar settingMust have experience working in a professional kitchen

Additional Information

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; sit, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel. The employee is occasionally required to sit for long period of times.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Pay range for this position is $26-$28/hr

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave: including time for fathers and adopting parents.Short term & long-term disability and life insurance at no cost to the employee.Extensive medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple carries, including EPO, HPN and PPO plans.Competitive 401k plan and employer matching.Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Savings Account (FSA) offerings.Paid vacation, sick, personal and holiday time.Pet Insurance available.Onsite wellness programs at company headquarters including fitness classes, acupuncture, and chiropractor.Employee stock purchase programEmployee product discount of 50%; employee sample sales and family and friends discount throughout the year. Skechers Company Culture and growth strategy is deeply infused with internal career growth and opportunities for learning.