Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $17.00 - $18.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Retirement Plan
Training and development opportunities
Job Description
Gyu Kaku is a renowned Japanese BBQ restaurant chain known for its authentic flavors, lively atmosphere, and exceptional guest service. With locations worldwide, Gyu Kaku prides itself on delivering a unique dining experience that combines traditional grilling techniques with a welcoming and vibrant environment. The company emphasizes teamwork, quality, and guest satisfaction in every aspect of its operations, ensuring the food served meets the highest standards of taste and presentation. As a part of an expanding and dynamic restaurant group, Gyu Kaku offers opportunities for growth, learning, and career advancement in the hospitality industry. Employment at Gyu Kaku is typically full-time or part-time, with competitive compensation based on experience and role.
The Cook position at Gyu Kaku is a critical role responsible for the timely preparation and quality of all food orders in accordance with guest special requests and official Gyu Kaku recipes. This role demands close collaboration with the service and expo teams to guarantee that every dish leaving the kitchen meets guests' expectations for taste, presentation, and temperature. The Cook participates actively in maintaining a positive and productive kitchen environment, adhering to safety and sanitation guidelines rigorously, and ensuring the kitchen operates smoothly and efficiently. This position not only requires excellent culinary skills, including grilling, baking, frying, broiling, steaming, and measuring ingredients accurately, but also calls for strong organizational habits and attentiveness to detail in food preparation and kitchen cleanliness.
The role is demanding with regards to physical stamina, requiring the ability to stand, walk, lift, and perform repetitive tasks efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen setting. Candidates must adhere to Gyu Kaku's dress and appearance policies and take pride in their personal presentation and teamwork approach. The position also involves maintaining stock levels, organizing workstations, and executing specialized orders or re-cooks as needed. Attention to minimizing waste, preserving food quality, and supporting food safety standards are paramount in this role. Overall, the Cook's contribution helps shape a memorable dining experience that fosters customer loyalty and enhances the restaurant's reputation.
The Cook position at Gyu Kaku is a critical role responsible for the timely preparation and quality of all food orders in accordance with guest special requests and official Gyu Kaku recipes. This role demands close collaboration with the service and expo teams to guarantee that every dish leaving the kitchen meets guests' expectations for taste, presentation, and temperature. The Cook participates actively in maintaining a positive and productive kitchen environment, adhering to safety and sanitation guidelines rigorously, and ensuring the kitchen operates smoothly and efficiently. This position not only requires excellent culinary skills, including grilling, baking, frying, broiling, steaming, and measuring ingredients accurately, but also calls for strong organizational habits and attentiveness to detail in food preparation and kitchen cleanliness.
The role is demanding with regards to physical stamina, requiring the ability to stand, walk, lift, and perform repetitive tasks efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen setting. Candidates must adhere to Gyu Kaku's dress and appearance policies and take pride in their personal presentation and teamwork approach. The position also involves maintaining stock levels, organizing workstations, and executing specialized orders or re-cooks as needed. Attention to minimizing waste, preserving food quality, and supporting food safety standards are paramount in this role. Overall, the Cook's contribution helps shape a memorable dining experience that fosters customer loyalty and enhances the restaurant's reputation.
Job Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalency preferred
- ability to stand or walk for long periods
- ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- ability to hear, speak, and communicate effectively
- ability to tolerate significant temperature changes and frequent exposure to water and cleaning solutions
- ability to perform physical activities such as crawling, climbing, bending, kneeling, stooping, and balancing
- specific vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
- regular attendance
Job Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalency preferred
- prior kitchen or culinary experience is advantageous
- ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment
- strong communication and teamwork skills
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
- basic cooking skills including grilling and food preparation
- ability to follow recipes and portion controls
Job Duties
- Attend as scheduled and comply with policy and procedure
- maintain a gracious, pleasant, and friendly attitude while contributing to a teamwork-based environment
- uphold the Gyu Kaku dress and appearance policy
- follow all safety and sanitation guidelines
- ensure the highest quality preparation and presentation of food
- serve hot food hot and cold food cold
- grill, deep fry, bake, broil, steam, and microwave food
- measure and assemble ingredients and cooked items to recipe specifications
- portion food into individual and bulk packages
- wash and clean fruits and vegetables
- prepare re-cooks and special order requests
- complete cleaning responsibilities and station maintenance
- prepare food to avoid waste and spoilage, ensure quality, and maintain food safety
- set up, maintain, and break down the kitchen
- stock and restock items on the line
- maintain set-up, cleanliness, and organization of work area before, during, and after shifts
- wear slip-resistant shoes
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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