Cook

Rib Crib Corporation; Enid (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Rib Crib Corporation is looking for a Kitchen Assistant in Enid, Oklahoma. The role involves assisting the Kitchen Manager in food preparation while ensuring safety and sanitation standards are met. Responsibilities include preparing vegetables and meats, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and using various kitchen equipment safely.

A successful candidate will have at least six months of related experience and possess a Food Handler’s Permit where applicable. This position requires standing for long periods and occasional lifting up to 80 pounds.

Qualifications

• Experience reading kitchen prep books required.
• Ability to work on feet for long periods required.
• Knowledge of food safety standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and maintaining food standards.
• Ensure efficient food flow in the kitchen.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas.

Skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks at once

Proficient use of restaurant equipment

Reading kitchen prep books and manuals

Education

Six months previous job-related experience

Food Handler’s Permit (where applicable)

Job 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.