Cook

Carlita's; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 23,419 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse, Inclusive Safe Space

Opportunities to Group

Work-life Balance

Delicious Food

Job summary

Carlita's is seeking an experienced Cook to join our team in Eugene, OR. You will prepare and cook a variety of dishes for restaurant guests, delivering quality dining experiences. A passion for good food and teamwork is essential, with certification in ServeSafe or Food Handler’s preferred or willingness to attain.

Responsibilities include maintaining sanitary prep areas, ensuring freshness and proper temperatures, and responding professionally to guest feedback. Physical stamina is required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a restaurant cook preferred.
• ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification preferred or willingness to attain.
• Strong communication and physical stamina.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and clean food preparation areas to ensure safe sanitation.
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients and rotate stock.
• Maintain correct temperatures for storage and cooking equipment.
• Season and cook food according to recipes or judgment.
• Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking.
• Respond to guest feedback with appropriate urgency and professionalism.

Skills

Effective communication

Education

ServeSafe certification

Food Handler’s certification

Job description

Benefits:

• Diverse, Inclusive, Welcoming Safe Space for Everyone
• Opportunities to Group
• Work-life Balance
• Delicious Food
• We're Competitive

We are looking for an experienced Cook to join our team! You will be preparing and cooking a variety of dishes for restaurant guests to enjoy.

You are passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences through good, quality food. With previous experience as a cook, you are able to manage multiple priorities and contribute to a friendly and productive team atmosphere. Ideally, you have your ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock
• Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperature by regulating the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience
• Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking
• Respond to guest feedback with appropriate urgency and professionalism

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a restaurant cook preferred
• ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification (or must be willing to attain)
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to lift 30+ lbs
• Ability to work standing for 8+ hours