Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $21.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Meal allowance
Training and Development
Job Description
ARLO San Diego is a vibrant and innovative restaurant located in the heart of San Diego, known for its bold and creative culinary style that emphasizes fresh, local ingredients. The establishment thrives in delivering unique dining experiences that blend quality, creativity, and a lively atmosphere. It operates in a fast-paced setting that offers brunch, dinner, and special event services, drawing a diverse clientele who appreciate not only the food but also the energy and ambiance of this dynamic dining destination. As part of a contemporary restaurant scene, ARLO San Diego is committed to maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be able to stand and walk for long periods (~8-12 hours per shift) in a busy kitchen environment
- Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling of supplies, ingredient boxes, pots and pans
- Loads may weigh up to 50 lbs or more
- Regular bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching and twisting to access storage, equipment, work surfaces and cooking stations
- Ability to climb stairs or ramps, move between kitchen levels or service areas
- Manual dexterity and visual acuity to handle knives, kitchen tools, garnish dishes, monitor cooking equipment and inspect food quality
- Tolerance for working in high-heat, humid, noisy environments near stoves, ovens, grills, dish areas
- Ability to respond quickly during peak service to make adjustments, coordinate with other stations and uphold guest expectations
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen with hotel, resort or upscale restaurant preferred
- Strong technique and working knowledge of multiple cooking methods
- Ability to quickly learn new dishes and stations
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure both independently and as part of a team
- Excellent attention to detail with consistent quality and strong sense of timing
- Basic knife skills and familiarity with saute, grill and fry stations
- Knowledge of local ingredients and seasonal cooking is a plus
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays and variable shifts
- Ability to follow recipes and kitchen standards while maintaining creativity and service excellence
- Good communication skills and ability to follow direction from chefs and kitchen leadership
Job Duties
- Prepare, cook and plate menu items in accordance with ARLO's recipes, presentation standards, and quality
- Follow daily prep lists, station assignments, and mise en place to ensure smooth service periods including brunch, dinner, and event functions
- Work stations independently once trained such as grill, saute, fry, pantry
- Ensure food freshness and ingredient quality by monitoring par levels, rotating stock, checking for spoilage, and notifying management of shortages
- Maintain cleanliness, organization and safety of your station including sanitizing surfaces, cleaning equipment, storing tools properly, maintaining food-safety protocols and HACCP compliance
- Communicate with front-of-house and other kitchen team members to coordinate timing of dishes, ensure proper flow of service, and respond quickly to guest or service issues
- Adhere to portion control and plating guidelines to maintain cost control and consistency across dishes
- Assist with special event setups, buffet or banquet service tie-ins as required within the resort's meetings/convention business
- Participate in training, continuous improvement, and development of culinary team standards
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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