Full or Part Time Cook at Nonnas Kitchen Sd

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionHiring: Cook (Dinner/Line/Prep/Cold Side Cooks Especially Sought)Nonnas Kitchen in downtown Spearfish, South Dakota is looking for a talented, passionate, and creative cook, especially dinner cook, to help us take our highly acclaimed Italian restaurant to the next level. Nonnas working vision is to be the premier Italian restaurant and cocktail lounge in the Black Hills, focused on offering an unrivaled guest experience revolving around exquisite, home-made dishes and a superior libation selection served by a welcoming, professional staff in a family-friendly atmosphere.Primary responsibilities would include:Leading food preparation and cooking, ensuring superior preparation and presentation using only the highest quality ingredientsHelping to maintain a fully-stocked kitchen inventoryEnsuring compliance with all appropriate safety, cleanliness, and sanitation standardsSecondary responsibilities would include:Developing Italian-themed dishes to complement the regular and seasonal menusAdvising on menu pricing in collaboration with the restaurant manager/ownerEngaging in customer relationsBuilding and nurturing professional contacts with vendors and the culinary communitySkill sets being sought:A proven and superior track record as a cook/chefKnowledge of various cooking procedures and methodsAbility to work efficiently and quicklyAbility to work in a team and communicate effectively with other staff membersAvailability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as requiredPhysical endurance to stand for long periods of time and lift heavy objectsWillingness to learn new recipes and techniques and adapt to changes in the menuA creative, sensitive, and inspiring palate that loves Italian foodSuperior work ethic and organizational abilityUnderstanding of safety, sanitation, and food handling proceduresHigh standards of cleanliness and safetyAn infectious enthusiasm for the restaurants vision!Certification from a culinary school or serve safe is a plusLocation: 544 N Main St. Spearfish, SD 57783Hours: Full and part time mornings and/or evenings, Wednesdays to SundaysCompensation: $12-16 an hour (skill dependent)Benefits include competitive pay, favorable hours, meal plans and employee discounts, prime working conditions, and expansive potential for professional growth in the Nonnas family and brand as we seek to maintain our commitment to excellence while reaching for new heights!