Staff Cook

Position Title: Staff Cook
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports to: The Executive Chef
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Date Updated: July 2025

Primary Purpose of Position
The Staff Cook prepares healthy, appealing meals for Ranch employees, working out of the Buckle Barn or Lodge Kitchen. This role includes meal preparation, delivery, cleanup, and maintaining safe and sanitary work and dining environments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follows all Ranch at Rock Creek policies and procedures

• Prepares nutritious, high-quality meals for staff in a timely manner

• Ensures all meals are fresh, cleanly served, and meet quality standards

• Cleans and sanitizes kitchen and staff dining areas before and after service

• Safely delivers and picks up meals

• Maintains cleanliness of staff dining vehicles

• Communicates effectively with Executive Chef and Kitchen Manager

• Follows food safety, sanitation, and rotation procedures

• Assists with seasonal menu planning and ingredient use

• Receives and inspects product deliveries

• Updates prep sheets and communicates inventory needs

• Demonstrates dependability, professionalism, and teamwork

• Prioritizes tasks and manages time effectively

Education/Experience

• Previous banquet or event cooking experience required

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Proficient with kitchen tools and cooking methods

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices

• Valid driver’s license required

Special Skills/Equipment

• Understanding of food production, safety, and quality control

• Familiarity with kitchen equipment and cleaning products

• Strong coordination and communication skills

• Ability to adapt and work collaboratively

This job description outlines the general scope of the role and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Management may modify responsibilities at any time.