Kitchen Specialist

Position Summary:

People with the Kitchen Specialist job role usually have a few years of experience working in a commercial kitchen. They are quick and intuitive, understanding how to multi-task and check for quality at a glance. This position also includes more responsibility, from cutting and sorting pizza’s, to prepping fresh ingredients every morning. Kitchen Specialist can take charge when needed and facilitate instructions throughout the kitchen. This is a Full Time/Part Time position with a pay range of $20.00 - $26.00 per hour. Pay will be determined based on experience. MUST be available to work Wednesday through Sunday. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The essential functions include but are not limited to the following: - May be responsible for all Kitchen Line duties. - Ensures food quality by leading from the front, or back of line. A “painter” gives direction to the team at the beginning of the make line, and a “cutter” inspects all pizza’s before they are boxed. - Keeps other team members on task by giving direction and training as needed. - Responsible for making sure all closing tasks have been completed. Provides additional training to employees who are missing our “As Good as Gold” standard. - Regular maintenance of kitchen equipment and notifying management of any safety issues. - May facilitate communication between both front of house and back of house teams. Resolves conflict and finds solutions. - Help management determine food par levels and notify them when items are running low. - Communicate discipline measures with management for employees under performing. Underperformance may look like showing up late or leaving early, not following directions, not finishing tasks to completion, having a bad or negative attitude, disrespecting equipment, being disrespectful to coworkers. - Help management reduce labor by cutting and breaking other back of house team members. - Keep a positive and calm demeanor under pressure. Never sacrifice quality for quantity. - Make sure fresh veggies are fully stocked for a full day’s service. - Make sure equipment is functioning appropriately to avoid food borne illnesses (refrigeration). - Help identify what went wrong when we receive negative customer feedback. Find the best solution and implement it as quickly as possible. This could mean additional training, coaching negative attitudes, inspecting food quality, and overcommunicating with team. - Direct employees during slow times. Employees that stay busy tend to work at a faster pace and make fewer mistakes by staying focused. - Train new employees on OTP’s policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• California Food Handler Card
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Knowledge of workplace safety procedures
• High energy and stamina are required
• Ability to stay calm and work efficiently under pressure
• Physical stamina to lift and carry heavy items (dishes, tubs, etc.)
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required
• Ability to maintain professional demeanor in high-stress situations

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Casual dining restaurant

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Lincoln, CA 95648: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $26