Cook

Rib Crib Corporation; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known restaurant chain located in Ardmore, Oklahoma is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the Kitchen Manager in preparing food. Responsibilities include maintaining food safety and sanitation standards, preparing vegetables and meats, and ensuring efficient flow of food in the kitchen. Candidates should have at least six months of relevant experience and a Food Handler’s Permit if applicable. The position requires standing for long periods, along with physical tasks such as lifting up to 30 pounds frequently.

Qualifications

• Capable of reading kitchen prep books and manuals.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with restaurant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Kitchen Manager in preparing food efficiently.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• Prepare vegetables, meats, and poultry for cooking.
• Measures food weights and portions accurately.
• Transports pans and food between stations and storage areas.
• Maintains clean work areas and proper waste disposal during shift changes.
• Follows safety procedures for all kitchen tasks.
• Demonstrates teamwork by assisting with any task as needed.

Skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Proficient use of restaurant equipment

Reading kitchen prep books

Education

Six months previous job-related experience

Job description

Description

General Summary: Assists Kitchen Manager in preparing food by performing the following duties:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for the efficient flow of food in the kitchen while maintaining levels of food safety and sanitation to Rib Crib standards.
2. Washes, peels, cuts and prepares vegetables and side items.
3. Cleans, cuts, prepares and smokes meats and poultry.
4. Knows how to correctly measure food weights and portion sizes.
5. Carries pans, containers, and trays of food to and from work stations, smokers and refrigerators.
6. Cleans work areas, equipment, and utensils, segregates and removes garbage at shift change or when necessary, and steam cleans or hoses garbage containers.
7. Knowledgeable in the use of cleaning products and how to use them safely according to instructions.
8. Observes safety procedures with regards to the use of kitchen supplies and equipment both correctly and safely throughout the shift.
9. Demonstrates a willingness to assume any responsibility or perform any task (“shift to assist”) regardless of nature to demonstrate that teamwork is part of the operating culture. All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

1. Capable of reading kitchen prep books and manuals as required to prepare food recipes.
2. Ability to handle multiple tasks at once.
3. Proficient use of restaurant equipment including but not limited to such things as convection ovens, grills, fryers, smokers, steam tables, microwaves, etc.

Education & Experience:

Six months previous job-related experience as determined by management. Certifications/Licenses: Food Handler’s Permit where applicable.

Physical & Mental Requirements:

Position requires the employee to perform most of the work from a standing position for long periods of time frequently walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, cutting, carrying, kneeling, or stooping. Work may occasionally involve periods of lifting up to 30 pounds with occasional lifting not to exceed 80 pounds.