Bertucci's-Kitchen / Pasta Cook

Springfield, PA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Great pay

flexible schedules

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Short term disability insurance

vision care program

Paid vacation

Direct Deposit

Tuition Assistance

meal discounts

Job Description

Bertucci's is a well-established restaurant brand renowned for its distinctive brick ovens that serve as the cornerstone of each location's kitchen. The company prides itself on the authenticity and flavor that each of its 936 brick ovens imparts to their menu offerings. These bricks symbolize strength and stability, which underpin both the cultural foundation of Bertucci's as an organization and the promise of exceptional quality to its guests. Founded with a passion for authentic Italian food and a commitment to innovation and excellence, Bertucci's has grown into a beloved dining destination for many. The brand continues to expand and looks forward to welcoming new team members who embody the same passion and fire that fuels the company's mission.

The role offered by Bertucci's is integral to maintaining the high standards of food preparation and service that guests expect. The position involves preparing a variety of dishes including appetizers, sandwiches, calzones, pizzas, grilled items, and pasta, adhering strictly to Bertucci's specifications. This role requires a versatile food preparation professional knowledgeable in all kitchen stations behind the line, allowing for flexible scheduling and seamless operations. The individual in this role will also handle critical responsibilities such as food rotation, setup and breakdown, stock management, equipment monitoring, and maintaining sanitary work areas according to health standards. Bertucci's is dedicated to fostering a work environment where employees can grow alongside the brand, contributing brick by brick towards building the company's future through innovation and excellence. This position offers great pay and flexible schedules, with comprehensive benefits such as medical and dental insurance, paid vacation, tuition assistance, and meal discounts. Bertucci's values dedication, precision, and teamwork and invites candidates inspired by the brand's mission to join their family and contribute to creating memorable dining experiences.

Job Requirements

high school diploma or equivalent
prior experience in a similar food preparation role preferred
knowledge of food safety standards and health regulations
ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
physical ability to stand for long periods and lift moderate weights
strong communication and teamwork skills
willingness to adhere to company policies and procedures

Job Qualifications

knowledgeable in all behind-the-line areas to enable flexible scheduling
ability to prepare a variety of menu items including appetizers, sandwiches, calzones, pizza, grilled items, and pasta
understanding of food safety standards and preparation techniques
experience in stock inspection and inventory management
ability to operate and monitor kitchen equipment effectively
strong attention to detail in food presentation and cleanliness
capability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment

Job Duties

knowledgeable in all behind-the-line areas so that scheduling is more flexible
food rotation, set-up, and break-down, stocking wood, presentation of products, and cleaning utensils and general work area
prepare food accurately and in a timely manner
ensure the temperature of ovens, coolers, and freezers are accurate
inspect stock levels and review prep sheets with the manager to establish daily prep list
stores, unpacks and retrieves food items in the appropriate area of the storage
monitors and reports malfunctioning of equipment by arranging each item appropriately in a sound working order
prepares food products according to safety policies as designated
demonstrates correct use of food service equipment and utensils and wipes up spills on counter and floor as necessary in order to prevent falls
maintains sanitary work area as defined by State Health Department standards by cleaning food service equipment and utensils as necessary throughout the preparation of food items
wipes immediate work area as necessary after preparation of food items