Cook (Salinas)

Summary of Responsibilities

Provide great food to guests so that every guest is satisfied and wants to return.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Consistently prepare, cook, plate and finish all food items according to Black Bear Diner procedures and standards.
• Comply with all food safety requirements such as checking and maintaining temperature, dating and labeling products, rotating products so that oldest is used first.
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
• Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, burners, ovens and refrigeration equipment.
• Handle, store and rotate all products properly.
• Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Complete sidework for station and shift.
• Close the kitchen correctly. Follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assist others in closing stations and the kitchen.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the manager-on-duty.

Qualifications

• Able to work in hot, wet, humid and loud environment for long periods of time.
• Able to lift, reach, bend and stoop.
• Able to working in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 5 hours).
• Able to safely lift bags, cases and stacks weighing up to 60 pounds up to 30 times per shift.
• Able to communicate positively and effectively with all other employees.
• Basic ability to read English to understand kitchen tickets.