Duties and responsibilities
Menu execution
Prepare and cook dishes according to the restaurant’s standards and recipes, maintaining consistency and quality in every plate.
Section management
Oversee a designated section of the kitchen ensuring efficient operations and timely production of food items.
Ingredient handling
Handle and store ingredients properly, maintaining freshness and adhering to food safety standards.
Quality control
Inspect food items for quality, taste, and presentation before they are served to guests, ensuring they meet the restaurant’s standards of excellence.
Team collaboration
Collaborate with other kitchen staff to coordinate food preparation and maintain a harmonious work environment.
Communication
Communicate effectively with the executive chef and other kitchen team members, relaying information about menu changes, special requests, and ingredient availability.
Job Description:
We are looking for an experienced cook to fill a vacant spot in our kitchen staff and contribute to the overall excellence of our restaurant.
The person we are hoping to employ is first and foremost a skilled, organized, and creative cook. We are looking for someone to work as a team player, follow instructions, and help us delight our customers with delicious food from our menu. In addition to cooking prowess, great communication and organizational skills are paramount.
A good candidate for this job is a person with attention to detail who can keep the kitchen tidy and clean all while preparing, cooking, and plating food with the rest of our kitchen staff. We pride ourselves in our exceptional service, and we expect nothing less from our cooks.
Responsibilities of a Garde Manger Cook:
- Maintaining a sanitized and well-organized kitchen.
- Preparing workstations for cooking.
- Preparing and maintaining kitchen equipment.
- Checking the quality of the ingredients.
- Preparing ingredients using various techniques
- Manage food storage, and product rotation.
Job Requirements:
- Must have prior experience as a cook.
- Must be skilled in operating kitchen equipment.
- Must be skilled in various cooking techniques.
- Must know and follow sanitation procedures.
- Must showcase teamwork and communication skills.
- Must showcase great organizational skills.
- Must be able to multitask and act quickly.
- Must have food handler's card
- Be able to stand for long periods
- Be able to lift 50lbs
Work schedule
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employee discount