About the Role
This role is responsible for preparing food in accordance with corporate standards, guidelines, and regulations, ensuring quality food service is consistently provided.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, pre-cook, and/or cook food products as directed.
- Prepare "mise en place" and other products as required for high volume production.
- Clean kitchen equipment after use according to health and safety policies and procedures.
- Label, date, store, and rotate food and beverage products in appropriate storage areas.
- Communicate effectively with all appropriate operational departments.
- Report needed maintenance, faulty equipment, or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
- Perform other duties as assigned or directed.
Requirements
- Proven cooking experience, including experience as a restaurant cook or prep cook.
- Food Safety Certification required.
- Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
- Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.
- Familiar with industry’s best practices.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours).
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Previous experience preferred.
Skills
- Cooking
- Food preparation
- Food safety
- Communication
