Rock and Brews Cook 3

Milwaukee, WI, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $18.86 - $1.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Discounts

flexible scheduling

Training and Development

team environment

Job Description

Rock & Brews is a vibrant, fast-paced restaurant and entertainment venue known for its dynamic atmosphere and high standards of food quality. As a popular destination for guests seeking superior dining experiences combined with a lively environment, Rock & Brews prides itself on delivering exceptional service and high-quality food offerings. The company fosters a culture of teamwork, integrity, and dedication among its staff, aiming to maintain a reputation for culinary excellence and guest satisfaction. Rock & Brews operates in a bustling kitchen environment where culinary skills and efficiency are critical to success.

The role of Cook 3 at Rock & Brews is a pivotal culinary position designed for individuals with advanced cooking skills who thrive in high-energy kitchens. This position requires a commitment to maintaining food quality, safety, and guest satisfaction, while actively contributing to the team’s overall success. Starting at $18.86 per hour, the Cook 3 is expected to work flexible shifts, adapting to the varied demands of the restaurant’s operational hours. This position is ideal for experienced cooks looking to advance their culinary career in a professional setting that values skill, dedication, and ethical standards.

In this role, the Cook 3 will perform intermediate to advanced cooking techniques including braising, blackening, searing, and wok or grill cooking. They will act as a saucier responsible for preparing sauces, stews, and made-to-order sautéed dishes. The role also involves maintaining a safe, sanitary, and organized kitchen environment in collaboration with the stewarding team. Furthermore, this Cook 3 will be instrumental in training other culinary team members and assisting with inventory management including storage and rotation.

The position demands adherence to departmental policies, internal controls, and safety regulations while demonstrating professional interaction with both guests and team members. The Cook 3 must be able to work irregular hours and extended shifts, which can include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays. Physical stamina and the ability to safely handle kitchen equipment and ingredients are essential due to the dynamic and sometimes demanding kitchen conditions. Overall, this role offers a compelling opportunity for skilled culinarians to enhance their expertise, contribute to a team-focused environment, and advance their culinary career within a company that values quality and guest satisfaction.

Job Requirements

the ability to demonstrate advanced cooking skills is required
a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred
one year of related experience is required
the ability to successfully achieve servsafe certification within 90 days
the ability to successfully complete culinary academy within 12 months
the ability to use basic math skills
the ability to maintain discretion in handling confidential information
the ability to interact with guests and team members professionally
the ability to work irregular hours and extended shifts
the ability to meet physical demands of the job including lifting carrying pushing pulling or moving objects

Job Qualifications

the ability to demonstrate advanced cooking skills
a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred
one year of related experience is required
the ability to successfully achieve servsafe certification within 90 days
the ability to successfully complete culinary academy within 12 months
the ability to use basic math skills including adding subtracting multiplying dividing and counting using whole numbers and fractions
the ability to maintain discretion in handling confidential information
the ability to interact with guests and team members professionally
the ability to work irregular hours and extended shifts including late nights early mornings weekends and holidays
the ability to perform physical demands of the job including standing walking climbing balancing stooping kneeling crouching lifting carrying pushing pulling or moving objects up to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally

Job Duties

perform intermediate to advanced food preparation and cooking duties including braising blackening and searing foods
prepare noodles
grill or wok cooking
act as a saucier to prepare sauces stews and made to order sautéed menu items
use and clean kitchen surfaces equipment and utensils safely including ovens grills fryers broilers and knives
ensure a safe sanitary and organized working environment working closely with stewards
assist in training other members of the culinary team
assist in storing and rotating all inventories as needed
perform opening and closing duties as needed
work in other kitchens venues as assigned to gain knowledge and assist with advanced food preparation
perform job duties in full compliance with departmental internal controls policies procedures and regulations
perform other duties as assigned