Culinary Associate III

Bakersfield, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $6.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Employee wellness programs

Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

The Wonderful Company is a leading privately held organization headquartered in Los Angeles, California, with a focus on harvesting health globally through a portfolio of iconic, high-quality, and healthy consumer brands. These brands include Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, FIJI Water, and POM Wonderful, each holding top market positions in the United States. For instance, Wonderful Pistachios is America’s No. 1 tree nut and fastest-growing snack, while FIJI Water is the nation’s top premium imported bottled water brand. The company is known not only for its products but also for its deep commitment to the well-being of its employees and communities,... Show More

Job Requirements

Minimum 4+ years of restaurant experience
prior experience in both customer service and food preparation
ability to operate heavy kitchen equipment safely
ability to stand for extended periods lift and carry up to 50 lbs
ability to work in a fast-paced environment
flexibility to adapt to changing priorities
exceptional customer service skills
excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Job Qualifications

Minimum 4+ years of restaurant experience including cooking on the line
prior experience in both customer service and food preparation required
ability to operate heavy kitchen equipment safely and effectively
strong work ethic and reliability
ability to stand for extended periods bend lift and carry up to 50 lbs
ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and remain proactive and productive during slower periods
flexibility to adapt to changing tasks and priorities
exceptional customer service and teamwork skills required
demonstrated understanding of cooking methods ingredients and food preparation techniques
in-depth knowledge of restaurant best practices and cooking methods
ability to multitask prioritize and manage time efficiently in a fast-paced team-oriented environment
customer service mindset with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
organizational skills to manage work area and maintain station readiness
proficiency with kitchen equipment food safety and sanitation standards
positive team-oriented attitude with willingness to support both FOH and BOH needs
ability to adapt quickly to changing demands and remain calm under pressure
reliability consistency and a positive can-do attitude

Job Duties

Prepare and cook menu items to order ensuring quality consistency and timely service
operate kitchen equipment and cooking stations safely and effectively
set up and maintain line stations with prepared ingredients supplies and equipment
follow recipes portioning and presentation standards to uphold menu consistency
monitor food quality taste and appearance before service
ensure all dishes meet the companys high standards for taste temperature portion size and presentation
support Grab and Go preparation labeling rotation and stocking
fulfill customer orders promptly and accurately
greet customers with a friendly enthusiastic and positive attitude always with a smile creating a welcoming environment that encourages repeat visits
communicate and engage with customers to answer questions about menu items specials or modifications
monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages or needs to leadership
assist with receiving storing and rotating food and supply deliveries
assist with monitoring inventory levels restocking supplies and rotating stock to ensure freshness
maintain cleanliness and organization of the line workstations and FOH/BOH shared areas
work cooperatively with team members anticipating needs to ensure smooth operations
support additional back-of-house duties as needed including food prep and workstation setup
ensure compliance with food safety sanitation and workplace safety standards
support tasks assigned by Culinary Leads and Supervisors to successfully operate Wonderful La Cocina Restaurant

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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