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Ojai Valley Inn & Spa

Kitchen - Cook 1

Job Overview

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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $26.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
meal discounts

Job Description

The hiring establishment is a prestigious hospitality organization renowned for delivering Five Diamond standards of service and culinary excellence to its guests. Known for its commitment to quality, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction, this company operates in the upscale resort and fine dining sector. The establishment fosters a team-oriented and fast-paced work environment, encouraging creativity and professionalism throughout its culinary team. Employees are expected to uphold rigorous standards in food preparation, safety, and service, making it a sought-after workplace for culinary professionals aiming to advance their careers in high-end hospitality settings.

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Job Requirements

  • Minimum four years of culinary experience or training equivalent
  • Mastery of basic cooking and knife techniques
  • Ability to follow recipes
  • Ability to follow directions
  • Ability to train other cooks on stations
  • Excellent attitude and willingness to learn
  • Ability to focus attention to details in performing repetitive tasks
  • Must be able to handle multiple tasks with the ability to prioritize work assignments
  • Excellent guest service skills and attitude
  • Enthusiasm for working in a team oriented, fast paced environment that fosters creativity

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum four years of culinary experience or equivalent training
  • Mastery of basic cooking and knife techniques
  • Ability to follow recipes
  • Ability to follow directions
  • Ability to train other cooks on stations
  • Excellent attitude and willingness to learn
  • Ability to focus attention to details in performing repetitive tasks
  • Must be able to handle multiple tasks with the ability to prioritize work assignments
  • Excellent guest service skills and attitude
  • Enthusiasm for working in a team oriented, fast paced environment that fosters creativity
  • Ability to read, write and communicate in English and Spanish
  • Culinary degree or certificate from an accredited establishment
  • Previous experience in resort or upscale restaurant
  • High-volume cooking experience in a fast paced environment
  • Serve safe management certification

Job Duties

  • Set up station on the line as required
  • Prepare all food required for scheduled station and shift
  • Follow quality control and standards of excellence and professionalism on the line
  • Maintain quality and consistency of all food served
  • Safely and properly clean and use equipment including personal knives
  • Ensure station is set on time with the appropriate amount of food and supplies for the projected business
  • Assist in controlling food cost by monitoring waste and prepping accordingly to meet business levels
  • Produce food according to ticket in a timely manner and in accordance with specifications
  • Maintain a sense of urgency and work under pressure to meet deadlines
  • Ensure all foods are stored properly including wrapped, labeled, and dated with expiration dates
  • Display work habits that promote accident prevention
  • Adhere to state, local, Food Safety, MSDS, OSHA and Health Department regulations
  • Remain knowledgeable of proper taste and presentation of all menu items
  • Close stations including cleaning procedures
  • Work off production sheets - prep list for line stations
  • Maintain a clean, neat and well-organized work area
  • Assist in receiving items and properly store in assigned location
  • Adhere to plating guide and recipes book

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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