Cafe 7 Cook (PT)

Chattanooga, TN, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $15.00 - $15.25

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

flexible schedule

Training and Development

Job Description

Rock City Gardens is a renowned natural attraction celebrated for its stunning rock formations, breathtaking views, and engaging outdoor experiences located in the heart of the Southern United States. Known for blending natural beauty with family-friendly entertainment, Rock City Gardens draws visitors from across the region who come to explore its unique trails and iconic landmarks. Beyond the scenic wonder of the gardens, the venue offers various amenities including dining outlets that enhance the guest experience by providing quality food and pleasant atmospheres to complement their visit. Rock City Gardens prides itself on its commitment to exceptional customer service, environmental stewardship, and creating memorable experiences that promote appreciation of nature and community spirit.\n\nThe Food & Beverage Cook position at Rock City Gardens serves an integral role within the Food & Beverage team, contributing to the delivery of exceptional dining experiences in tune with the garden's esteemed reputation. This part-time role demands a skilled and passionate individual responsible for preparing high-quality menu items while upholding stringent food safety, sanitation standards, and operational excellence. The role supports daily kitchen operations and is research-driven by quality, consistency, and collaboration. Each Cook contributes to maintaining the integrity of the dining services offered to both internal team members and visitors, ensuring that every meal served reflects the charm and dedication Rock City Gardens represents.\n\nThe successful candidate will work closely with other kitchen partners to execute recipes flawlessly according to established quality and presentation standards. They will also maintain portion control to minimize waste and help manage food costs efficiently. Food safety is a top priority, as evidenced by required compliance with health codes and regular monitoring of food storage conditions. Beyond technical cooking skills, this position requires a team player who embodies professionalism, excellent communication, and an engaging demeanor to deliver excellent guest service consistently. Flexibility in scheduling including availability for nights, weekends, holidays, and special events is essential to meet operational demands. Overall, the Food & Beverage Cook plays a critical role in enhancing guest satisfaction and supporting Rock City Gardens’ mission of providing an unparalleled natural and dining experience to all visitors. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $15.00 and is ideal for candidates seeking part-time employment within a vibrant, nature-centered hospitality setting.

Job Requirements

Ability to provide a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and special events as needed
regular use of hands and fingers for food preparation and equipment handling
ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching
ability to stand for extended periods during shifts

Job Qualifications

Minimum of two (2) years of previous experience in food service preferred
willingness to receive training and continue skill development
willingness to obtain ServSafe Certification
ability to read and follow recipes and operational documents
strong teamwork skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment
ability to display a professional, polite, and engaging image to guests and partners
effective verbal communication skills in one-on-one and small group settings
basic math skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using units of American money

Job Duties

Deliver excellent guest service to internal and external customers in alignment with the organization's mission, culture, and values
model appropriate guest and partner interactions at all times, reflecting the Culture of Excellence
prepare and cook food according to established menu specifications, quality standards, and presentation guidelines
maintain consistency in food quality, taste, and appearance across all menu items
monitor portion control and waste to minimize product loss and control food costs
follow all health code, food safety, and sanitation standards to maintain excellent health inspection scores
assist in monitoring and recording temperature logs for coolers and freezers as required
maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times
monitor inventory levels, PAR levels, and product needs
communicate ordering needs to Senior Team Leaders and the Food & Beverage Manager
assist with inventory counts and stock organization as needed
support team efforts to maintain overall kitchen cleanliness and organization
work collaboratively with kitchen partners to support efficient daily operations
follow all company policies and procedures to promote a positive and professional working environment
perform other duties as assigned by management