Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $21.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Paid holidays
Training and Development
Job Description
CPIR is a renowned restaurant company that specializes in delivering authentic Italian culinary experiences through its innovative and high-quality kitchen offerings. Based in Cincinnati, OH, CPIR operates vibrant, high-volume kitchens where culinary artisans transform unique and fresh ingredients into memorable meals inspired by traditional Italian cuisine. The company is committed to maintaining high standards in food safety, hygiene, and culinary excellence, making it a leader in the full-service restaurant sector. Offering competitive hourly wages ranging from $17.00 to $21.00, CPIR provides an engaging workplace for culinary professionals eager to grow their expertise and contribute to the evolving landscape of Italian... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior experience in restaurant cooking
- Ability to stand or walk for extended periods
- Capacity to lift and carry heavy objects up to 50 pounds
- Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation
- Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- Strong work ethic and positive attitude
Job Qualifications
- Prior experience in full-service restaurant cooking
- Knowledge of Italian cuisine and pasta making techniques
- Ability to work in a high-volume kitchen environment
- Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards
- Ability to follow detailed recipes and presentation guidelines
- Skilled in various cooking methods and knife techniques
- Strong attention to detail and dedication to quality
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to train and develop culinary team members
- Knowledge of meat cooking temperatures with high accuracy
- Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently
- Physical stamina to stand and work for long shifts
Job Duties
- Follow and fulfill the duties given by the Corporate Chefs, CDC or Sous Chef
- Work with a variety of handmade pastas from various regions of Italy
- Keep stations clean and well stocked with the ingredients required to cook the dish that they are asked to prepare
- Prepare authentic and creative pasta and risotto dishes while maintaining CPIR quality standards
- Strive to develop high quality, innovative and original pasta menu offerings for our guests
- Train and develop other culinary team members on the art of pasta making
- Assist with tasks from CDC, Sous Chef, and/or General Manager
- Develop and follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specification as set by the restaurant
- Clean food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, hygiene, and other health and safety guidelines
- Prepare high-quality food items to order while exceeding guests' expectations by following recipe and presentation guidelines
- Ensure special guest requests are accommodated while delivering the same high-quality standards
- Coordinate food orders to support timely and efficient delivery to the table
- Ensure proper food safety and sanitation standards are upheld for guest safety
- Food preparation and portioning prior to service
- Maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment
- Cooking and preparing all menu items in accordance standards set by the Corporate Chefs, CDC, and Sous Chefs
- Understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, and equipment
- Complete working knowledge of meat temperatures (Rare, MR, MED, MW, Well done) with high accuracy
- Complete opening duties
- Set up workstation with required mise en place, tools, equipment and supplies
- Inspect the cleanliness and working condition of all tools, equipment and supplies
- Check production schedule and pars
- Establish priority items for the day
- Inform the CDC and/or Sous Chef of any supplies that need to be requisitioned for the day's tasks
- Transport supplies from the Storeroom and stock in designated areas
- Assist other Cooks wherever required to ensure optimum service to guests
- Breakdown workstation and complete closing duties return all food items to the proper storage areas
- Rotate all returned product, wrap, cover, label and date all items being put away
- Straighten up and organize all storage areas
- Clean up and wipe down food prep areas, reach-ins/walk-ins, shelves
- Return all unused and clean utensils/equipment to the specified locations
- Apply advanced knife skills required for service
- Maintain an exceptional menu knowledge and attention to detail with plate presentation
- Prepare both hot and cold items and demonstrate a variety of cooking techniques
- Maintain solid knowledge of all food products and is able to skillfully apply culinary techniques
- Read, measure, and execute recipes
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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