Description

Role and Responsibilities

Our culinary staff is responsible for producing high quality menu items made from scratch. Our team is creative, with an eye for freshness, quality, and consistency. Will be expected to perform daily in an open kitchen concept and maintain professionalism and high standards of sanitation and safety.

Basic responsibilities

• Observe and practice all established health and sanitation procedures.
• Ensure all products are prepared, held and served at correct temperatures.
• Ensure the proper rotation, labeling and dating of all products.
• Working knowledge of all kitchen equipment
• Solid understanding of standard measurements and portions
• Use the proper utensils and portions at all times.
• Keep work area clean, sanitized, and organized.
• Keep management informed of food quantities and quality in prep, on the line and in holding cabinets.
• Coordinate orders to ensure they are cooked timely and with accuracy
• Assist with re-stocking of all plate-ware and food items as needed.
• Assist other positions when needed.
• Perform all opening and closing procedures as indicated in the Employee Development System Manual.
• May be assigned to work multiple stations throughout the shift.
• Implement and follow sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness and maintenance of kitchen and/or dining areas.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations.
• Perform other related duties, tasks and responsibilities as required from time to time.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

• 6 months experience in food preparation in a fast paced environment.
• Must be able to interact verbally and listen attentively to co-workers and supervisors.
• Ability to follow written and oral direction.
• Ability to work under pressure and independently.

Preferred:

• 2 years in food preparation in a fast paced environment.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to stand and exert fast-paced mobility for entire shift.
• Must be able to frequently lift and carry food and other items.
• Must be able to go from warm to cold climates (workstation to coolers).
• Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays