The Second Cook is responsible for food production, preparation, and presentation, and rotates through all food stations to ensure high-quality products are served to customers. This role performs various duties in the preparation and cooking of various food products, communicates potential problems to management, and provides excellent customer service.
Requirements
- Requires 2-3 years of closely related culinary experience
- Requires intermediate level food knowledge pertaining to Soups, Sauces and Pantry
- Must have proficient knife cutting skills, and have a full knowledge of dry and moist cooking principles
- Requires food preparation skills and knowledge of HACCP standards
- Requires working knowledge of a variety of kitchen equipment: grill, fryer, slicers, and ovens
- Must have proficient skills in handling organic and specialty ingredients and quality control
- Must be able to adapt to changes in new menu items and cooking techniques
- Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Must have the ability to complete multiple tasks/heavy volume under time constraints
- Must have working knowledge of weights, measures and various cooking techniques
- Must have good communication and customer service skills
- Requires the ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably and professionally with individuals
- Requires a working knowledge of restaurant control systems such as prep chart, pull charts, basic recipe conversions
- Must maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
- Requires the ability to lift and/or move 40 lbs.
- Requires the ability to bend, twist and stand for extended periods of time to perform normal job functions
- Frequently immerses hands in water and water diluted with chemical solutions
- Frequently works in hot environment
Benefits
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)
- Holiday pay
- Meal and Transportation Benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Company paid life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Training and exciting career growth opportunities
- Referral program – refer a friend and earn a bonus
