To provide high quality, consistent and efficient preparation of customer food orders. Follow all recipes and portion guidelines precisely. Be familiar with preparation and presentation standards for all menu items and daily specials. To keep the line areas clean, stocked and sanitary. Match work pace to order volume; put forth best effort to produce orders as quickly as possible while maintaining quality. Use and operate all kitchen equipment, tools and utensils properly and carefully.
REPORTS TO
Executive Chef
DRIVERS of SUCCESS
Personable, Friendly Demeanor
Customer Service Obsession
Culinary Skills
Team Player, Leadership Skills
Professional, Responsible
Enthusiasm, Achievement Orientation
General Restaurant / Food Prep Knowledge and Experience
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure line is stocked with all needed ingredients, utensils, etc.
Prepare all food orders according to recipes and menu composites and standards
Ensure portions meet guidelines
Be familiar with preparation / cooking guidelines for all menu items
Prepare all food orders in the most efficient manner / order possible
Read orders carefully; be sure to notice special requests (i.e., “no mayo” or “extra tomatoes”) and prepare the order accordingly
Follow health department guidelines for minimum cooking times on meats
Use proper plate, platter, bowl, etc. for each order
Keep the line area sanitary and uncluttered
Use care when working with knives, meat cutters, other sharp instruments
Ensure proper operation of kitchen equipment
Minimize waste
Other duties as assigned / requested by the Executive Chef and Sous Chef
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Qualified candidates, with or without reasonable accommodations, must be able to :
Write, speak, read, hear and see
Stand for prolonged periods
Perform manual dexterity – handling knives, glasses, breakables, etc. with care
Bend, lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
Operate kitchen equipment
Work with and around hot grills, ovens, stoves, microwaves