Job Description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

COOK - TEMPORARY POSITION

SpaceX is looking for passionate, experienced individuals looking to join our culinary team! Daily tasks will focus on food preparation, setup, and the operation of a station at one of our various food outlets, according to leadership’s specifications. The Cook position supports SpaceX’s success by providing quality food options that boost morale and productivity.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Complete daily prep tasks
Ensure consistency and compliance with the restaurant’s recipes regarding portioning, cooking, and waste control guidelines
Provide courteous and informative customer service in an “open kitchen” format
Follow restaurant guidelines concerning guest services, food and physical safety, maintenance, and equipment/space cleaning requirements at all times
Maintain a clean and safe workstation

POSITION DETAILS:

This is a temporary position with SpaceX, for the length of time as stated, and is subject to change with minimal notice as business needs dictate.

LENGTH OF POSITION: 3 months (permanent hire conversion based on performance and business need)
LOCATION: Brownsville, TX

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

2+ years of experience in the food service industry

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Restaurant experience
High volume experience
Experience with a daily changing menu
Possession of or willingness to obtain a food handlers card or equivalent
High level of professionalism
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends, as needed
Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
Sit: Up to 3 hours per day
Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day
Walk: Up to 3 hours per day
Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 1 hour per day
Kneel/Crouch: Up to 6 hours per day
Upper body twist: Up to 1 hour per day
Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees up to 1 hour per day
Candidate must be capable of safely performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

Required Skills

2+ years of experience in the food service industryRestaurant experienceHigh volume experienceExperience with a daily changing menuPossession of or willingness to obtain a food handlers card or equivalentHigh level of professionalismStrong communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends, as neededStand: Up to 10 hours per daySit: Up to 3 hours per dayPush/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per dayOverhead reach: Up to 1 hour per dayWalk: Up to 3 hours per dayLift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per dayClimb (ladder/stairs): Up to 1 hour per dayKneel/Crouch: Up to 6 hours per dayUpper body twist: Up to 1 hour per dayAbility to work in temperatures over 80 degrees up to 1 hour per day

Responsibilities

Complete daily prep tasks
Ensure consistency and compliance with the restaurant’s recipes regarding portioning, cooking, and waste control guidelines
Provide courteous and informative customer service in an “open kitchen” format
Follow restaurant guidelines concerning guest services, food and physical safety, maintenance, and equipment/space cleaning requirements at all times
Maintain a clean and safe workstation
LENGTH OF POSITION: 3 months (permanent hire conversion based on performance and business need)
LOCATION: Brownsville, TX
2+ years of experience in the food service industry
Restaurant experience
High volume experience
Experience with a daily changing menu
Possession of or willingness to obtain a food handlers card or equivalent
High level of professionalism
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends, as needed
Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
Sit: Up to 3 hours per day
Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day
Walk: Up to 3 hours per day

Cook - Temporary

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