Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $12.00 - $15.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Meal allowance
Paid holidays
Job Description
Our company is a renowned hospitality establishment distinguished for delivering exceptional culinary experiences through quality and consistency. We operate in a dynamic kitchen environment where food preparation, cooking, and presentation are managed with precision to meet the high standards expected by our clientele. Our restaurant is committed to excellence, maintaining an environment where food safety, sanitation, and operational efficiency are of utmost priority. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative workplace that encourages team cooperation and promotes employee development.
The role of the Cook within our team is pivotal and demands a meticulous approach to food preparation and kitchen ope... Show More
The role of the Cook within our team is pivotal and demands a meticulous approach to food preparation and kitchen ope... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 1 year of cooking experience in a commercial kitchen
- Knowledge of kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Ability to follow standardized recipes and cooking methods
- Physical ability to lift up to 70 lbs and perform repetitive tasks such as bending and stooping
- Ability to work in hot and damp kitchen environment
- Strong communication skills to understand and relay kitchen orders
- Ability to stand and move for 6-8 hours per shift
- Ability to hear clearly in noisy environments
- Must be able to read and interpret menu checks accurately
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Previous cooking experience in a commercial kitchen preferred
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
- Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
- Strong attention to detail and quality
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Physical stamina to perform demanding tasks
- Ability to lift heavy items and stand for extended periods
Job Duties
- Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items for cooking in broilers, grills, fryers, and other kitchen equipment
- Assume 100% responsibility for quality of products served
- Know and comply consistently with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures
- Follow recipe instructions exactly as stated and keep updated on recipe changes
- Ensure proper execution of recipe procedures while maintaining high quality and consistency
- Follow proper plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes
- Keep entire kitchen clean and maintain stock and set up rotation
- Keep prepared food continuously moving out of the kitchen
- Communicate ticket times with service/kitchen staff and manager
- Complete assigned prep work for stocking and setup of station
- Break down and clean station thoroughly every day
- Requisition products on a timely basis
- Operate and maintain equipment properly
- Clean and sanitize throughout the shift
- Ensure proper rotation of all products and stock products to par, label, day dot, and sign all products
- Keep immediate supervisor informed of problems or significant matters and take prompt corrective action or suggest alternatives
- Perform duties in a timely and effective manner per company policies
- Maintain favorable working relationship with all employees to promote cooperative and harmonious working climate
- Provide a favorable image of the company at all times
- Lift and carry sacks and cases up to 70 lbs up to 20 times per shift
- Frequent bending and stooping
- Work in hot and damp environment
- Work safely around hazards including cuts, burns, slipping, and tripping
- Use hands 99% of the time
- Stand, move, and walk for 6-8 hour shifts
- Hear kitchen, window person, and chef requests amid loud background noise
- Read menu checks accurately
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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