Job responsibilities include the following:
- Food Preparation: Prepare ingredients and assist in cooking various dishes according to recipes and guidelines.
- Cooking: Cook and assemble dishes accurately and efficiently, ensuring adherence to quality standards and presentation.
- Food Handling: Handle, store, and maintain food products safely and hygienically, following food safety regulations and guidelines.
- Cleaning and Sanitizing: Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas, including washing dishes and sanitizing surfaces.
- Inventory Management: Assist in inventory management by monitoring stock levels, restocking ingredients, and reporting shortages.
- Team Collaboration: Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations, communicate effectively, and support team members as needed.
- Compliance: Adhere to kitchen policies, procedures, and safety regulations, including proper handling of equipment, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and following sanitation protocols.
- Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service by fulfilling orders accurately, responding to customer inquiries, and addressing any concerns or complaints professionally.
- Efficiency and Organization: Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks effectively, and maintain organization in the kitchen to meet service deadlines.
- Continuous Improvement: Seek opportunities for learning and improvement, adapt to changes in procedures or menu items, and contribute ideas for enhancing kitchen operations.