Cook

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Supports the Mission, Values and Vision of California Fish Grill.
• Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for :
• Safety, including precautions and safe work practices, established fire / safety / disaster plans, risk management, and security; report and / or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance.
• Confidentiality of all data, including food.
• Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory practices.
• Supports and participates in common teamwork.
• Cooperates and works together with all co-workers; plans and completes job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate communication.
• Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations.
• Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, co-workers or residents regarding reported complaints, problems, and concerns.
• Promotes positive public relations with residents, family members, and guests.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or requested.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

STRONG WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF :

• Restaurant operations.
• Food Safety and Sanitation.
• Quality Customer Service.
• Safe work habits and procedures (e.g., knife handling, lifting, carrying trays / bus tubs).
• Company rules and procedures, in compliance with and including state and federal laws.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS :

• Moderate reading and writing skills.
• Proficient interpersonal relations and communicative skills.
• Ability to stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 50 lbs or less.
• Auditory and visual skills.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
• Required to know and follow safe work practices and be aware of Company policies and procedures related to job safety, including rules and regulations.

CORE COMPETENCIES :

• Takes Initiative.
• Strong Teamwork.
• Ability to work at Fast Pace.
• Makes Sound Decisions.
• Customer Focus.
• Strategic Thinking.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED and 2-3 years related work experience or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Prior experience in related food service positions.
• Valid ServSafe or other approved Food Handler Certification.
• High level of integrity and honesty.

When warranted, may be required to work beyond normal working hours as needed to meet customer needs or restaurant requirements. The cook must maintain skills necessary to safely and efficiently operate the following equipment and machines used in the performance of this job : Kitchen equipment, i.e., oven, stove, dishwasher, slicer, coffee machine, steamer, mixer, and chef's knives.

• Ability to perform multiple tasks.
• Frequent standing, reaching with hands and arms, stooping and bending.
• Maintain composure when dealing with staff and occasionally under conditions of urgency and / or pressure situations in a fast-paced environment.

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