Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.25 - $26.75
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Career development opportunities
Employee Discounts
Work-life balance
team environment
Job Description
Komodo Las Vegas is a premier dining destination operated by Groot Hospitality, known for its dedication to exceptional hospitality and commitment to delivering an outstanding customer experience. As a diverse organization, Groot Hospitality fosters an inclusive work environment that encourages growth, teamwork, and integrity. Komodo Las Vegas thrives as a dynamic multicultural venue, offering its team members opportunities to excel in a high-energy, fast-paced hospitality setting. The company values passion, professionalism, and a shared dedication to hospitality excellence, emphasizing a harmonious balance between career advancement and work-life balance for its employees.
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Job Requirements
- Computer literacy including Excel and Word experience
- ability to work in a team and independently
- ability to multi-task and meet multiple deadlines
- ability to work successfully in a fast-paced environment
- ability to maintain composure in a stressful environment
- ability to produce recipes within corporate specifications
- ability to read and comprehend spreadsheets and P&L statements
- ability to calculate, analyze, and troubleshoot P&L, including food costs, labor costs, and budgets
- ability to demonstrate expertise in all kitchen positions
- ability to stand for 95% of the time
- occasional exposure to cold, heat, and moisture
- capability to transport up to 40 pounds occasionally and 25 pounds regularly
- must be able to speak, read, and understand basic cooking directions
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in culinary or relevant field
- minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role
- strong knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and best practices
- proficiency with MS Office and restaurant software
- teamwork-oriented with outstanding leadership abilities
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- exceptional organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
- extensive Japanese food preparation experience
- expertise in Japanese fish butchering
Job Duties
- Ensures all food entering the restaurant meets corporate specifications and health standards
- ensures all food is prepared to corporate specifications in presentation and recipe
- initiates periodic quality checks including temperature monitoring
- works with Chef De cuisine regarding orders and maintains par levels
- maintains proper rotation of food to ensure quality and freshness
- monitors weekly sales and adjusts prep production levels
- performs daily line checks with front-of-the-house managers
- maintains and ensures all food is prepared within acceptable kitchen times
- ensures all stations are properly stocked and set up
- conducts periodic kitchen walkthroughs for quality and cleanliness
- ensures restaurant and Health Department sanitation requirements are always maintained
- maintains kitchen equipment and working conditions
- enforces daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules
- creates and edits scheduling for kitchen staff
- manages labor costs by sending employees home when approaching overtime
- interviews and screens job applicants
- hires employees and recommends termination
- assigns and directs work
- appraises and awards employee performance
- disciplines and coaches staff
- addresses complaints and resolves problems
- provides ongoing training and development
- establishes and follows up on goals for subordinates
- responsible for daily prep list production and completion
- manages and trains prep cooks on recipes and standards
- conducts kitchen walkthroughs and spot checks
- ensures proper food labeling, icing, and temperature checks
- maintains professional kitchen environment
- involved in hiring, disciplinary, and evaluation processes
- performs other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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