Restaurant Cook Job at South Seas (Captiva)

Job Description

Our cooks are responsible for preparing and cooking food items, based on standardized recipes while maintaining the highest standards to produce appealing and appetizing product. The cook must follow established recipes, including measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredients. They must also ensure that food portions and presentation meet company standards. In addition to cooking, the cook may be responsible for managing work orders, planning menus, and responding to guest preferences and complaints. He/she is also responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in and out of the kitchen and work area while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio. They must ensure that food is fresh and stored at the correct temperature to avoid spoilage.

Job Responsibility

Prepare and cooking food items, based on standardized recipes while maintaining the highest standards to produce appealing and appetizing product
Follow established recipes, including measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredients
Ensure that food portions and presentation meet company standards
Manage work orders, planning menus, and responding to guest preferences and complaints
Ensure the cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in and out of the kitchen and work area while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio
Ensure that food is fresh and stored at the correct temperature to avoid spoilage
Perform opening and closing duties according to established side-work checklist
Have a thorough knowledge of menus and the preparation required according to standards
Prep food for service each day
Cook all menu items to order
Keep station and work area clean throughout the shift
Stocking the kitchen with all necessary ingredients before each shift
Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service-oriented manner
Greet guests in a timely manner
Be attentive of guests' needs and assist in providing a pleasant dining experience
Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing the proper uniform and nametag
Comply with Timber's standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations
Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas
Attend meetings and training as required by management
Perform other duties as requested by management
Assist other crew member in other operational functions
Assemble orders with accuracy and speed
Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
Deliver guest their items ordered, emphasizing on accuracy and efficiency
Restocking to keep par levels of products before, after, and throughout the shift
Keeping kitchen properly organized daily

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or related field is preferred
Minimum 1 year cooking experience, former line cook/fry cook with food service preferred
Must have a valid driver's license, motor vehicle background check will be completed
Food Handlers Certification (must comply with State regulations)
Read and follow recipes, understand units of measurement
Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly
Must show initiative in job performance, including anticipating what needs to be done before it becomes a necessity
Works well in stressful, high-pressure situations – fast paced environment
Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure
Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying the concerns or issues raised by coworkers and/or guests
Teamwork is essential and critical in this role, dependable, adaptable, and have a strong work ethic
Effectively communicate with fellow crew members
Working in a confined space with exposer to hot kitchen environments on a daily basis
Position requires you to be able to stand, walk, bend and stoop for prolonged periods of time
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds
Must be able work in different types of weather, including high temperatures
Operating a variety of equipment specific to kitchens, along with safety equipment such as fire extinguishers