Cook

Job Details

• Prepares or directs preparation of food served using established production procedures and systems.
• Determines amount and type of food and supplies required using production systems.
• Ensures availability of supplies and food or approved substitutions in adequate time for preparation.
• Sets steam table.
• Complies with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene, and health standards. Observes proper food preparation and handling techniques.
• Stores food properly and safely, marking date and item.
• Reports necessary equipment repair and maintenance to supervisor.
• Plans food production to coordinate with meal serving hours so that excellence, quality, temperature, and appearance of food is preserved.
• Apportions food for serving.
• Maintains daily production records.
• Keeps work area neat and clean at all times (including dishwashing).
• Cleans and maintains equipment used in food preparation.
• Completes food temperature checks before service.
• Completes requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work duties as assigned.

• Supports the Mission, Values and Vision of California Fish Grill and the facility.
• 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 needs.
  • Confidentiality of all data, including food preparation.
  • 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 behavior.
• Supports and participates in common teamwork:
  • Cooperates and works together with all co-workers; plan and complete job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate judgment.
  • Uses tactful, appropriate communication in sensitive and emotional situations.
  • Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, co-workers or guests regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns.
  • Promotes positive public relations with family members and guests.

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

• 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
• Manual dexterity
• 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

• Takes Initiative
• Adaptability
• Strong Teamwork
• Ability to work at Fast Pace
• Makes Sound Decisions
• Guest Focus
• Strategic Thinking
• Optimizes Work Processes

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