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Surly hosts events that guests will always remember. And a big part of that is our food. We are looking for an Events Cook in the Beer Hall at Surly Brewing! Our ideal candidate is someone with a passion for food and providing experiences . This role will work closely with our Events Chef for events in our private spaces in the Beer Hall. Compensation range is $20-25/hr. Full benefits include medical/dental, 401k with match, paid time off, FREE beer and more. Sound like your kind of thing? Then apply today! **Our ideal candidate:** - You have a passion for cooking - Excellent knife and other food preparation skills - You have experience cooking in a high-volume from scratch restaurant setting - You are highly organized and have the ability to prioritize tasks - works well under pressure - You are a motivated individual who requires little to no supervision - You accept direction and constructive criticism from management - You thrive in a fast-paced environment - You are a team-player who can perform other duties assigned as needed - open availability - Punctuality - Possessing a positive and flexible attitude at work - Self-starting, must be able to work independently, with or without supervision - Working cleanly, always keeping the station organized - Willingness to be crossed trained in other kitchen areas of the kitchen - Spanish a plus but not required - The ability to communicate in a fast-moving environment
Salary estimate
$20 – $25/yr
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