Applebee's West 12th St- Cook Erie, PA

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. in Erie County, United States is looking for a dedicated food preparation worker to provide exceptional service by preparing food products according to company specifications. The role requires the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining a positive and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities include food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, managing inventory properly, and ensuring food safety. Candidates should have a strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation procedures is crucial.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively with high attention to quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items to order according to specifications.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the work station.
• Manage food products efficiently to minimize waste.
• Utilize checklists to ensure proper food preparations.
• Work collaboratively with team members and maintain professionalism.

Skills

Food handling procedures

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Stress management

Job description

SUMMARY: To provide the best service possible by preparing each and every food product to company specifications, meeting and exceeding the expectations of our guests.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains a positive and professional as well as genuine approach to job duties, fellow team members and the guests, recognizing the value of teamwork.
• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment, coping with stressful situations with patience and a positive outlook.
• Displays a great sense of urgency, a strong attention to detail, and a desire to get things done right the first time.
• Enjoys the challenge of effectively managing multiple tasks without sacrificing quality or cost controls.
• Exhibits an understanding of the importance of safe food handling procedures, as well as safety procedures in the kitchen.
• Places delivery items in the proper storage areas such as shelves and the walk-in cooler/freezer.
• Rotates food products to preserve quality and control waste.
• Utilizes AM/PM checklists to determine quantities of products to prepare for the shift.
• Assembles and activates all equipment and machinery, i.e. ovens, broilers, fryers, for use.
• Prepares food items to order, or in advance as needed.
• Prepares various food items, such as steaks, chicken, fish, potatoes, salad, etc.
• Plates all ordered food items in accordance with guest orders and company specifications and places on line for pick-up.
• Empties trash and places dirty dishes and pans on racks or counters for cleaning in dishwasher area.
• Maintains a sanitary work station, using the “clean as you go” method.
• Prepares food items following the restaurant's recipe manuals.
• Knowledge and use of safe food handling/sanitation procedures.
• Uses checklist to assess food quantities.
• Exercises teamwork with other staff.
• Abides by the restaurant's standards, policies, procedures, and safety rules at all times.
• Reports to work on time well groomed and properly attired.
• Conducts self in a professional and respectful manner towards guests, fellow employees and management at all times.
• Maintains confidentiality of all trade secrets, keeping all recipes, policies and procedures confidential.