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Pantry cook requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in pantry cook job postings.
Sample pantry cook requirements
  • 2+ years of experience as a Pantry Cook
  • Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
  • Proficient in basic cooking techniques (chopping, sautéing, grilling, etc.)
  • Familiarity with food safety guidelines and regulations
  • Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy objects
Sample required pantry cook soft skills
  • Excellent time management and multitasking skills
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities
  • Attention to detail and high standards of quality
  • Creative thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn and adapt

Pantry cook job description example 1

Ruth's Chris Steak House pantry cook job description

Are you ready for the best job you've ever had?

Since Ruth's Chris was founded in 1965, the most important ingredient in our recipe for success has been a team of hard-working people with a passion for creating special experiences for our Guests. We believe in treating our team like family and providing an environment where you can be yourself and grow professionally, while delivering hospitality as legendary as our steaks.

This is your chance to join the best of the best and start a career with endless opportunity, plus great benefits like:

* Health insurance eligibility when working an average of 24 hours per week
* 401(k) with competitive match
* Employee assistance program
* Dining discounts
* Training and exciting career growth opportunities
* Paid time off
* Referral program - refer a friend and earn a bonus

Learn more here: Why Work at Ruth's Chris Steak House (ruthschris.com)

Get Ready to Sizzle: When preparation meets true passion, memories are made. Our Prep Pantry Cooks have a passion for preparing the highest quality food and creating memorable dining experiences through world-class service and exceptional cuisine.

This role and you are the perfect pairing if you can:

* Passionately prepare, portion, and/or cook food items to quality specifications
* Ensure exceptional presentation by checking/dressing dishes before they are served
* Showcase superior dexterity skills to operate cutting tools quickly and safely
* Measure ingredients and seasonings to ensure correct cooking and flavor profiles
* Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
* Thrive in a fast-paced environment
* Be a true team player and work well with others

COMPENSATION: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Signing Bonus $1500 After 90 Days!

Full job description available here: Ruth's Chris | Pantry Cook (ruthschris.com)

NOTE: The information here does not constitute a contract, express or implied. The content of this material is not all-inclusive but is for informational purposes only. Ruth's Chris Steak House is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This Organization Participates in E-Verify Employee Rights and Responsibilities (e-verify.gov)
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Pantry cook job description example 2

Mrc pantry cook job description

This position has a competitive wage, depending on experience. All eligible full-time regular employees are also offered great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401 (k) retirement savings plan, holiday pay, vacation time, paid time off (PTO), parking, and meals. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you to dive deeper into the hospitality industry, consider applying to join our exceptional team today!

WHO WE ARE?

From the fourth generation hospitality leaders, brothers Ignazio and Maggio Cipriani, comes Mr. C Miami Coconut Grove. An oasis within bustling South Florida surrounded by breathtaking views of Biscayne Bay and the Coconut Grove skyline. Designed by the world-renowned architecture firm Arquitectonica, the hotel’s interior features a nautical motif by Martin Brudnizki Design Studio. A total of 100 guestrooms and suites with private outdoor terraces, a new Italian dining concept with indoor and outdoor seating and its rooftop Bellini Restaurant and Bar provide guests with attentive European service, complimented by luxury accommodations and amenities.

YOUR ROLE AS A PANTRY COOK

We are looking for a Pantry Cook to join our kitchen staff and be in charge of cold food items on our menu.

Pantry Cook responsibilities include preparing various hors d’oeuvres, properly seasoning all appetizers before they are served, and storing food items, as needed. To be successful in this role, you should be able to handle the kitchen’s fast-paced working environment, be familiar with food hygiene and be available to work during evenings and weekends.

Ultimately, you will contribute to delivering a pleasant dining experience for our guests.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

  • Make cold appetizers, including salads, vegetable and meat roll-ups and bruschettas
  • Garnish dishes with spices, nuts, fruit, and vegetables
  • Prepare vinaigrettes, dips, and herb-infused oils
  • Perform meal-prep activities before guests arrive (like chopping vegetables, cutting fish, and meat, and washing fruits)
  • Store ingredients to keep them fresh and reduce food wastage
  • Check food plating, temperature, and portions for all cold dishes
  • Sterilize kitchen equipment at the end of your shift
  • Monitor stock and place orders, as needed
  • Recommend modern recipes to renew our menu and add nutritious, creative cold dishes
  • Maintain a clean station at all times

REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS:

  • Work experience as a Pantry Cook, Prep Cook or similar role
  • Hands-on experience with professional kitchen equipment
  • Good knowledge of food plating techniques
  • Understanding of health and safety rules in a kitchen
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Team spirit
  • Availability to work in shifts, including evenings and weekends
  • A degree from a culinary school is a plus

INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS:

All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by Supervisors as deemed appropriate. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an “at-will” employer.

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

We understand your time is valuable, and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

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Pantry cook job description example 3

Crescent Hotels & Resorts pantry cook job description

We are looking for a Pantry Cook to join our Spa kitchen staff and be in charge of cold food items on our menu. Include preparing various hors d'oeuvres, properly seasoning all appetizers before they are served and storing food items, as needed. To be successful in this role, you should be able to handle the kitchen's fast-paced working environment, be familiar with food hygiene and be available to work during evenings and weekends. Ultimately, you will contribute to delivering a pleasant dining experience for our spa guests.
The Spa Pantry Cook for PGA National Resort responsibilities:

+ Make cold appetizers, including salads, vegetable and meat roll-ups

+ Garnish dishes with spices, nuts, fruit and vegetables

+ Perform meal-prep activities before guests arrive (like chopping vegetables, cutting fish and meat and washing fruits)

+ Store ingredients to keep them fresh and reduce food wastage

+ Check food plating, temperature and portions for all cold dishes

+ Sterilize kitchen equipment at the end of your shift

+ Monitor stock and place orders, as needed

+ Recommend modern recipes to renew our menu and add nutritious, creative cold dishes

+ Maintain a clean station at all times

**Requirements and skills:**

+ Work experience as a Pantry Cook, Prep Cook or similar role

+ Hands-on experience with professional kitchen equipment

+ Good knowledge of food plating techniques

+ Understanding of health and safety rules in a kitchen

+ Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

+ Team spirit

+ Availability to work in shifts, including evenings and weekends

+ A degree from a culinary school is a plus

**Reasoning Ability:** Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

**Other Skills and Abilities:** Must have desire to learn, common sense and a good professional attitude.

**Language Skills:** Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

**Physical Demands:** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear.

Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds chest high, able to twist left to right, and have good hand-eye contact. Must be able to stand 7 ½ hours at one time, and work 4 hours overtime if necessary. Must be able to walk up and down stairs (at least 2 flights) without difficulty. Must be able to withstand high temperatures behind the line.

**PGA National Resort & Spa is an Equal Opportunity Employer** :

Minorities / Females / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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Updated March 14, 2024

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