Line Cook

SOSOGU
Hiring for kitchen team members, experience with Japanese cuisine is a plus. Kitchen team members will prep, fulfill/cook orders, restock, clean, and complete general opening/closing duties for the restaurant.

This is a non-exempt position that reports directly to the Restaurant Managers.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• 1 Year of Cooking / Restaurant Kitchen Experience
• Food Handler Safety Training Card
• Mobility (walking, standing, stooping, bending, reaching, etc.) required during the entire shift
• Ability to pick up and carry ingredients, plates, bowls, pans, boxes, trash bags, etc.
• Must speak basic English
• Reading, memorizing, recalling, writing and verbal communication skills required
• Capable of using telephone, iPad/tablet, computer, etc.
• Capable of basic math, counting, and able to follow recipe measurements

Essential Job Functions

• Regular attendance and compliance with employee handbook and training manuals
• Interact with co-workers in a friendly, enthusiastic and professional manner (i.e., a warm smile and sincere greeting)
• Understand and execute prep sheets and station production sheets
• Read and understand orders on a KDS (Kitchen Display System) screen and execute the order in a timely manner following specific procedures for how to prepare the item
• Perform cooking, chopping, cutting, knife use & safety skills
• Place and pick up cases of food, pots & pans, dishes, prepped food, cases of relevant delivery items, other misc. items on high and low shelves
• Execute all recipes to the letter in a timely manner according to standards
• Maintain and deliver all “backups” at proper temperature to appropriate area
• Operate kitchen equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Practice proper food safety and food handling measures at all times
• Maintain safe & sanitary prep and work areas
• Clean and organize walk-in, dry storage and freezer on a regular basis
• Label, date and rotate all prepped items in accordance with Shelf Life specifications
• Maintain adequate product par levels
• Organize and put away daily deliveries in proper storage areas
• Clean and organize restaurant as directed by Management as per daily, weekly, and extra cleaning schedules and in accordance with local and state laws
• Handle all glassware, plate ware, silverware, and all equipment with care
• Thorough cleaning and sanitization of all dishes/equipment
• All Kitchen Team Levels will assist with dish, prep & kitchen team job functions as necessary

Job Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Hours
• Extensive Training
• Meal Discounts
• Advancement Opportunities

Equipment Used

• Tablets/ Toast POS System
• Telephone
• Computer/Tablet with Order System Interface
• Dish Machine, Triple Sink & Chemicals Associated
• Walk-In Cooler & Freezer
• Undercounter Cooler & Freezer
• Flat Top Grill, Stove, Oven, Cooking and Hot Holding Equipment
• Knives, Slicer, Food Processor, Cutting Equipment
• Warming/Hot Holding Equipment
• Plateware, Glassware, Barware, Silverware, Trays
• Soda Machine
• *Equipment used may vary as processes and recipes evolve

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Position requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, twisting, lifting products and supplies, and repetitive hand and wrist motion; working with and around hot, cold, and hazardous equipment in a fast paced and congested environment that will occasionally be loud, hot and/or physically demanding.

At-Will Statement & Job Description Disclaimer

This position is at-will. Employees have the right to resign at any time, for any reason, with or without notice, with or without cause. Likewise, the Company has the right to terminate employment at any time, for any reason, with or without notice, with or without cause. This at-will employment relationship will remain in full force and effect notwithstanding any changes that may occur in position, title, pay or other terms or conditions of my employment with the Company.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Nonessential functions of the job may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

It's our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and team members of the Company. The Company makes reasonable accommodations for handicapped and disabled team members and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, handicap, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other category protected by applicable federal and state law.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid training

Application Question(s):

• What is your work availability? (Weekends are required for this position)

Ability to Commute:

• Long Beach, CA 90808 (Required)

Work Location: In person