Giovanni's Sauté Cook

THE ISERV GROUP, INC. provides employment to iServ, LLC., an Ocala, FL.-based, multi-brand hospitality company on a mission to honor God and honor people. Being intentional about this daily allows iServ to pursue its vision to be a thriving business, top employer, and trusted community partner, focused on growth while upholding values that honor God and people. 
iServ is a franchisee of Sonny's BBQ, and operators of Symmetry Coffee Co, Giovanni's Pizzeria & Kitchen, and Tech Serv.

We are currently seeking a Sauté Cook to join our Giovanni's team! If you're ready to sprinkle a little Italian flavor into your career and work with a team full of culture, apply to work at Giovanni's Pizzeria & Kitchen!

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Work/Life Balance
• 401K 
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance 
• Team member food discounts
• Ongoing development
• Multiple Levels of Care (Team Chaplains, iServ Cares)
• Community Service Opportunities 

Responsibilities

• Understanding and practicing our mission, values, and objectives
• Cuts, weighs, or measures ingredients according to provided instructions
• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Prevents the spoilage of ingredients through proper storage in designated containers and in designated area
• Monitors the temperature of food and food storage areas
• Cleans, sanitizes, and maintains cleanliness of work areas, surfaces, utensils, equipment, and dishes
• Adheres to all food handling and safety regulations throughout the kitchen and restaurant
• Wash all wares including pots, plans, flatware, and glasses
• Correctly places and stores clean equipment, dishes, and utensils in assigned storage areas

Required Qualifications

• Must have experience cooking over high heat using a sauté pan
• Skilled in building dishes with multiple layers consistently
• Must be able to prepare multiple high-quality dishes with speed and precision
• Highly skilled in preparing sauces and ingredients
• Possess great listening skills with an eagerness to follow directions
• Must be able to work well as part of a team and independently, while maintaining a high level of accountability
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to lead and direct while cultivating a healthy and collaborative team environment

Job Expectations for All

• Stand for prolonged periods of time and handle products, tools, paperwork, and equipment.
• May be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme heat, steam, and cold present in a kitchen environment and requested to work with cleaning chemicals.
• May inhale smoke from a wood burning cooker
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds with a team.