Qualified Chef/Cook

About the role

Responsible for the daily preparation of food items in a café environment, setting up stations according to restaurant guidelines and ensuring all food is prepared in a sanitary and timely manner.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare all food items as directed, following recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications
• Set up station according to restaurant guidelines
• Conduct line checks prior to service and fill out station inventory sheets at the end of service
• Manage and maintain relevant prep and par levels
• Restock all items as needed throughout shift
• Clean and maintain station, practicing good safety, sanitation, and organizational skills
• Ensure quality and safety of food by performing standard and additional sanitary measures, including sweeping floors, cleaning surfaces, and proper covering and storage of food items
• Respond in a positive and timely manner to all requests and feedback
• Uphold a safe working environment
• Contribute to positively impacting the morale of the kitchen staff

About you

• Minimum 2 years of cooking experience required
• Demonstrated knowledge of food and catering trends, quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation required
• Knowledge of methods and procedures for serving food, principles of sanitation, and principles of safe food handling required
• Effective communication skills
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Highly effective teamwork skills
• Attention to detail in all areas of work
• Superior time management skills, multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills
• Warm and welcoming disposition and empathy for other people