Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $24.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Training and Development
Job Description
Episcope Hospitality Boston is a prominent player in the hospitality industry, known for its commitment to culinary excellence and creating memorable dining experiences. As part of the larger Episcope Hospitality group, this establishment is dedicated to fostering a vibrant and dynamic work environment that values innovation, quality, and teamwork. Specializing in providing high-quality food service across various dining formats, Episcope Hospitality Boston continually emphasizes both employee development and guest satisfaction. With a strong reputation for quality and consistency, the organization supports its staff with comprehensive training and opportunities for career advancement within the culinary and hospitality sectors. This is an ideal environment for culinary professionals looking to enhance their skills and grow in a supportive and fast-paced setting.
The role in focus is a crucial position within Episcope Hospitality Boston's kitchen team, centered on the accurate and efficient preparation and cooking of a variety of food products including meats, fish, vegetables, soups, and other hot dishes. This position entails not only cooking but also the pre-cooking preparation and portioning of food items to ensure consistency and adherence to recipe standards. In addition to cooking duties, the role requires involvement in the final plating and garnishing of cooked items, which emphasizes the importance of presentation and attention to detail in delivering a finished product that meets the company’s quality standards. Employees in this role must be adept at using a range of kitchen equipment such as broilers, ovens, grills, and fryers, and must maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized workstation. The position holds full responsibility for the quality of food products served, upholding standard portion sizes, cooking techniques, and overall kitchen policies. It also involves active participation in kitchen operations during both peak and off-peak hours, including closing duties and collaboration with kitchen management. Communication skills are essential, as this position interacts regularly with managers, kitchen staff, and dining room personnel to ensure smooth service and continuous improvement. This is a hands-on role that demands stamina, physical endurance, and a commitment to upholding the highest culinary standards, making it a vital contributor to Episcope Hospitality Boston's culinary success and guest satisfaction.
The role in focus is a crucial position within Episcope Hospitality Boston's kitchen team, centered on the accurate and efficient preparation and cooking of a variety of food products including meats, fish, vegetables, soups, and other hot dishes. This position entails not only cooking but also the pre-cooking preparation and portioning of food items to ensure consistency and adherence to recipe standards. In addition to cooking duties, the role requires involvement in the final plating and garnishing of cooked items, which emphasizes the importance of presentation and attention to detail in delivering a finished product that meets the company’s quality standards. Employees in this role must be adept at using a range of kitchen equipment such as broilers, ovens, grills, and fryers, and must maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized workstation. The position holds full responsibility for the quality of food products served, upholding standard portion sizes, cooking techniques, and overall kitchen policies. It also involves active participation in kitchen operations during both peak and off-peak hours, including closing duties and collaboration with kitchen management. Communication skills are essential, as this position interacts regularly with managers, kitchen staff, and dining room personnel to ensure smooth service and continuous improvement. This is a hands-on role that demands stamina, physical endurance, and a commitment to upholding the highest culinary standards, making it a vital contributor to Episcope Hospitality Boston's culinary success and guest satisfaction.
Job Requirements
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
- At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity
- Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen, and dining room personnel
- Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift heavy items
- Be able to work in a standing position for long periods
Job Qualifications
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
- At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity
- Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen, and dining room personnel
- Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift heavy items
- Be able to work in a standing position for long periods
Job Duties
- Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, and a variety of other kitchen equipment
- Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served
- Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures
- Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period
- Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
- Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range, and refrigeration equipment
- Prepares item for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating
- Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
- Handles, stores, and rotates all products properly
- Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
- Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations
- Assists others in closing the kitchen
- Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement
- Performs other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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