Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.56
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Meal Allowances
Training and development opportunities
Retirement Plan
Employee wellness programs
Job Description
ARLO San Diego is a vibrant, upscale dining establishment known for its bold, creative culinary style, utilizing fresh and local ingredients to deliver memorable dining experiences. Situated in the heart of San Diego, ARLO offers a dynamic atmosphere that caters to brunch, dinner, and special event service. As a part of a bustling hospitality scene, ARLO prides itself on its commitment to quality, innovation, and exceptional guest service. The restaurant is an integral part of the local culinary community, blending contemporary flavors with attentive execution to create an unforgettable experience for every guest. With a focus on fast-paced, high-volume service,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be able to stand and walk for 8-12 hours per shift in a busy kitchen environment
- Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling of supplies and ingredient boxes weighing 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 and 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
- Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays and variable shifts
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen such as hotel, resort, or upscale restaurant
- Strong culinary techniques and working knowledge of multiple cooking methods
- Ability to learn new dishes and stations quickly
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure both independently and as part of a team
- Excellent attention to detail, 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 take 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 station including sanitizing surfaces, cleaning equipment, storing tools properly, and 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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