Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $19.55 - $1.00
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
training programs
flexible scheduling

Job Description

This opportunity is with a dynamic culinary establishment that exemplifies high standards in food quality and guest satisfaction. The company operates in a fast-paced, high-energy environment where the delivery of superior food products is fundamental to continuous success. Renowned for its commitment to quality and guest experience, the establishment is a vibrant workplace that fosters teamwork, integrity, ethical standards, and professional dedication to its mission, vision, and values. The company ensures that every team member acts with the highest level of professionalism, contributing towards an environment where guests feel valued and employees thrive in their culinary careers.

The role being offered is that of a RuYi Cook 3, a culinary professional tasked with upholding and enforcing rigorous food quality standards in all cooking and preparation activities. This position demands a flexible schedule to accommodate various shift times and an hourly wage starting at $19.55. The successful candidate will be entrusted with intermediate to advanced cooking duties, utilizing diverse techniques such as braising, blackening, searing, noodle preparation, and specialized grill or wok cooking. They will also serve as a saucier, preparing sauces, stews, and made-to-order sautéed menu items that illustrate culinary expertise and finesse.

Beyond cooking duties, the RuYi Cook 3 maintains a safe and sanitary kitchen environment by adopting best practices in equipment usage, cleaning, and kitchen organization. Close collaboration with Stewards ensures that all kitchen surfaces, utensils, and cooking appliances are maintained to the highest standards of hygiene and operational efficiency. This role also includes mentoring and training junior culinary staff, supporting inventory management through proper storage and rotation, and undertaking opening and closing duties for the kitchen.

A willingness to work across different kitchens or venues as required by business needs provides growth opportunities and the chance to acquire advanced culinary skills. The role requires adherence to departmental internal controls, policies, procedures, and regulations, ensuring robust compliance within all facets of food preparation and kitchen operations. Importantly, this job is integral to delivering unsurpassed guest service and flavorful menus that meet guests’ high expectations in an environment that recognizes the importance of teamwork and quality products.

The RuYi Cook 3 role is physically demanding and fast-paced, requiring the occupant to engage in a variety of movements such as standing, walking, kneeling, and lifting, with an ability to handle kitchen tools and equipment safely. Because the role involves preparation in environments that can be hot or cold and includes working near moving parts and exposure to allergens, safety consciousness and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are essential components of daily operations. This position involves communicating effectively with team members and guests, reflecting the importance of professionalism and discretion within the culinary setting.

Overall, this career opportunity is ideal for culinary professionals who have advanced cooking skills, a passion for quality food, and a strong commitment to guest satisfaction. The role offers a chance to develop and expand culinary expertise within a reputable and standards-driven organization, with an attractive starting wage and opportunities for certification and training to build a lasting career in the food service industry.

Job Requirements

  • The ability to demonstrate advanced cooking skills
  • A high school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • One year of related experience required
  • Knowledge or experience with Asian cuisines and cooking techniques
  • Ability to successfully achieve ServSafe certification within 90 days
  • Ability to successfully complete Culinary Academy within 12 months
  • Ability to use basic math skills including adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and counting using whole numbers and fractions
  • Ability to maintain discretion in handling confidential information
  • Ability to interact with guests and team members professionally
  • Ability to work irregular hours and extended shifts including late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays
  • Physical ability to stand, sit, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, move for prolonged periods
  • Ability to handle or feel objects, tools or controls with hands
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally with assistance
  • Willingness to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Specific vision abilities including close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Job Qualifications

  • The ability to demonstrate advanced cooking skills
  • Preferably a high school diploma or equivalent
  • One year of related experience
  • Knowledge of or experience with Asian cuisines and cooking techniques
  • Ability to successfully achieve ServSafe certification within 90 days
  • Ability to successfully complete Culinary Academy within 12 months
  • Basic math skills including adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and counting using whole numbers and fractions
  • Ability to maintain discretion in handling confidential information
  • Ability to interact with guests and team members professionally
  • Ability to work irregular hours and extended shifts including late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays

Job Duties

  • Perform intermediate to advanced food preparation and cooking duties including braising, blackening, searing foods, preparing noodles, and grill or wok cooking
  • Act as a saucier to prepare sauces, stews, and made to order sautéed menu items
  • Use and clean kitchen surfaces, equipment, and utensils safely including ovens, grills, fryers, broilers, and knives
  • Ensure a safe, sanitary, and organized working environment working closely with Stewards at all times
  • Assist in training other members of the culinary team
  • Assist in storing and rotating all inventories as needed
  • Perform opening and closing duties as needed
  • Work in other kitchens or venues as assigned based on business needs to gain knowledge and assist with advanced food preparation
  • Perform job duties in full compliance with departmental internal controls, policies, procedures, and regulations
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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