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Elastika Prep Cook

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $14.00 - $17.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

competitive salary
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
team events
flexible scheduling

Job Description

Elastika is a contemporary restaurant situated on the first floor of the landmark Moore building in the heart of Miami Design District. It offers a sophisticated global approach to modern American cuisine, drawing inspiration from Miami's vibrant international community and the Moore building’s century-long legacy of art, design, and culture. The restaurant functions as a culinary canvas where eclectic dishes and soulful cooking come to life in an approachable and welcoming atmosphere. Located at 191 NE 40th Street, Miami, FL, 33137, Elastika is a prominent dining destination that combines high-quality food with artistic presentation, reflecting both the cultural diversity of... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Ability to handle and manipulate objects with hands, including seizing, grasping, turning, and holding
  • Capability to work on your feet for at least 8 hours
  • Fast-paced movements required to navigate various areas of the club
  • Ability to lift, pull, carry, or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds occasionally and 15 pounds regularly
  • Occasional kneeling, bending, crouching, and climbing as required

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2+ years of experience in a fast-paced, upscale, and professional culinary environment
  • Strong understanding of professional cooking techniques and knife handling skills
  • Proven ability to execute all menu items properly and deliver top-quality dishes across all stations
  • Food handler's certificate
  • Strong communication skills, ability to take direction, and a team player with motivational abilities
  • Proactive in building professional relationships with leaders and kitchen team members
  • Flexibility in schedule, including morning, night, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • Willingness to arrive early for work, allowing sufficient time to settle and be briefed on previous and upcoming services

Job Duties

  • Prepare consistent and high-quality dishes on two stations in a fast-paced and demanding environment, following the required ingredients and guidelines
  • Assist with inventory management to ensure the kitchen operates within sustainable food cost parameters
  • Monitor wastage, cooking temperatures, and quality to minimize additional cost and educate others on the cost of products and their impact on the company’s profit and loss
  • Execute production and a-la-carte dishes, including family meals, while adhering to Elastika standards for speed of service and consistent dining experience
  • Delegate tasks as needed, ensuring compliance with proper procedures for clocking in/out, shifts, and breaks
  • Support the Executive Sous and Junior Sous with pre and post-service meetings, follow recipes and portion controls, and maintain presentation specifications set by the Kitchen
  • Restock items throughout the shift
  • Foster a positive and supportive work environment for teams under pressure, boosting staff morale
  • Attend training sessions and contribute to mentoring and educating new and existing team members in areas they aspire to develop

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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