The Gist

Responsible for the preparation of food in a timely, efficient, sanitary and consistent manner. Must be prepared to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure work environment, while maintaining the organizational ability to identify and act on job duties quickly and effectively. Must be prepared to work as a team member in a dynamic workplace, follow all safety procedures, and have a high threshold for heat in a kitchen environment.  

 

What You’ll Do

Set up stations and collect all necessary supplies to prepare menu for service.   Prepares a variety of foods; meat, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items including pre-preparation of ingredients for entrees (salad station, sandwich station, etc.) as well as cooking on various kitchen equipment (broilers, ovens, grills, etc.)   Properly handle raw or prepared foods and non-food supplies; cover, date, correctly store & rotate food items.   Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.   Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.   Use food preparation tools in accordance with manufactures instructions.   Close the kitchen correctly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations.   Always maintain a prepared and sanitary work area.   Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.   Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances.   Make sure all storage areas are tidy and all products are stored appropriately.   Constantly use safe and hygienic food handling practices.   Returns dirty food preparation utensils to the appropriate areas.   Able to operate dishwashing equipment as needed.   Other duties as assigned by Kitchen Manager or Lead Cook.  

 

What We’re Lookin’ For

At least (2) year experience in a food service preparing meals.   Must have ability to take directions and effectively perform quality work.   Ability to produce high quality food in a fast paced environment.   Positive, customer service-oriented attitude at all times.   Strong knowledge of sanitary practices.   Maintains proper grooming and dress code standards.   Work ethic encourages strong urgency and quality in a team environment.   Ability to work with other staff members in the facility.   Ability to undertake and complete multiple tasks.   Attention to detail.  

 

Key Relationships

Reports directly to Kitchen Manager   Frequent interaction with Kitchen and taproom teams   

 

Physical Stuff

Requires long periods of standing; moderate physical efforts including but not limited to standing, carrying, bending, stretching, stooping, pulling, pushing, and lifting up to 50 lbs.   Must be able to work flexible/rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and/or overtime as needed.   Working conditions involve noise, changes in temperature, kitchen elements such as heat, moisture, etc.   May be required to work indoors/outdoors as required for various events.