Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Cooks are responsible for preparing food and cooking behind the line. They must be knowledgeable about temperatures, food safety, different cooking techniques, and follow the recipes.

Essential Functions

Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends

Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment

Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction

Ability to multi-task calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment

Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels

Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and / or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and / or lift up to 50 pounds

Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Maintain a pace sufficient to prevent back up of line and food production

Ability to read a thermometer

Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures

Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook

Get along well with others and be a team player

Other duties will be assigned as needed