The chef/cook will prepare meals and follow establishment recipes. Duties include preparing ingredients, adhering to the restaurant menu, and following food health and safety procedures. Cook, clean, assist other cooks and staff and deliver food in a fast-paced environment. Work may include operating a grill, oven, or fryer. Previous experience in a team environment and various cooking methods preferred.
Cook Duties and Responsibilities:
Setting up, cleaning, and organizing workstations
Preparing ingredients for the shift; washing vegetables, chopping, seasoning meat, etc.
Preparing oven, utensils, and grill for shift
Taking orders from wait staff or computerized system
Cooking order according to food health and safety standards
Handling multiple food orders at one time
Monitoring multiple food orders as new orders arrive
Dressing order for presentation
Ensuring each guest order has the correct food and sides
Delivering food order to wait staff in a timely manner
Storing all food properly
Sanitizing and cleaning work stations and utensils
Assisting other cooks in preparing food or helping other team members when needed
Cook Requirements and Qualifications
Able to work in a fast-paced environment
Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
Physical endurance to stand for an entire shift
Self-motivated and self-directed
Works well as part of a team and on individual tasks
Able to quickly memorize complex or multiple orders
High school degree or equivalent
Previous experience as a busboy, washer, waiter, cook, or relevant work experience
Legally able to work in establishments which serve alcohol
Able to work early mornings, nights, and weekends
able to bend, move, and lift up to 25 pounds or more
Physically able to stand and move during the length of shift; able to bend and kneel through shift; able to lift up to 25 pounds or more
Must pass a background check
Able to read and write
To Apply:
Either:
Apply in person during our normal business hours
Email resumes [@] portsidebistro.com