Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $19.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
health benefits
employee discount
Paid training
Referral program
weekly pay
Employee perks program
holiday closures
Job Description
PJ Whelihan's Restaurant + Pub in Allentown, PA, is a well-established neighborhood dining and sports bar destination known for offering a vibrant and inviting atmosphere where guests can enjoy quality food, great drinks, and an exceptional sports-viewing experience. Named in honor of the founder's grandfather, each location of PJ Whelihan's is unique yet unified by a shared commitment to creating memorable moments for all visitors. The pub features an impressive TV package, making it the top spot to catch all the sports action, accompanied by a bustling bar with a wide selection of beers, including the signature PJW Copper Lager... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous cooking experience preferred but not required
- Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety
- Excellent communication skills
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds
- Availability to work evenings and weekends
Job Qualifications
- Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel
- Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds
- Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours)
- Must have PM and weekend availability
Job Duties
- Prepare items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating
- Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
- Know and comply with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures
- Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment
- Handle, store and rotate all products properly
- Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period
- Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
- Assume 100% responsibility for quality of products served
- Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
- Close the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations
- Assist others in closing the kitchen
- Attend all scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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