Cook

RibCrib; Greenville (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local dining establishment in Greenville, Texas is looking for a kitchen team member responsible for ensuring the efficiency of food flow while adhering to safety and sanitation standards. Duties include preparing and smoking meats, cutting vegetables, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. The role requires multi-tasking abilities and proficiency with various kitchen equipment. Prior experience in a similar role and a Food Handler's Permit are preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Capable of reading kitchen prep books and manuals as required to prepare food recipes.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at once.
• Proficient use of restaurant equipment including convection ovens, grills, fryers, and microwaves.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the efficient flow of food in the kitchen while maintaining safety and sanitation standards.
• Washes, peels, cuts, and prepares vegetables and side items.
• Cleans, cuts, prepares, and smokes meats and poultry.

Skills

Reading kitchen prep books and manuals

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Proficient use of restaurant equipment

Education

Six months previous job-related experience

Food Handler’s Permit

Job description

Overview

Description - Responsible for the efficient flow of food in the kitchen while maintaining levels of food safety and sanitation to Rib Crib standards. Washes, peels, cuts and prepares vegetables and side items. Cleans, cuts, prepares and smokes meats and poultry. Knows how to correctly measure food weights and portion sizes. Carries pans, containers, and trays of food to and from work stations, smokers and refrigerators. Cleans work areas, equipment, and utensils, segregates and removes garbage at shift change or when necessary, and steam cleans or hoses garbage containers. Knowledgeable in the use of cleaning products and how to use them safely according to instructions. Observes safety procedures with regards to the use of kitchen supplies and equipment both correctly and safely throughout the shift. 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.

General Summary

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

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for the efficient flow of food in the kitchen while maintaining levels of food safety and sanitation to Rib Crib standards.
• Washes, peels, cuts and prepares vegetables and side items.
• Cleans, cuts, prepares and smokes meats and poultry.
• Knows how to correctly measure food weights and portion sizes.
• Carries pans, containers, and trays of food to and from work stations, smokers and refrigerators.
• Cleans work areas, equipment, and utensils, segregates and removes garbage at shift change or when necessary, and steam cleans or hoses garbage containers.
• Knowledgeable in the use of cleaning products and how to use them safely according to instructions.
• Observes safety procedures with regards to the use of kitchen supplies and equipment both correctly and safely throughout the shift.
• 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 -

• Capable of reading kitchen prep books and manuals as required to prepare food recipes.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at once.
• Proficient use of restaurant equipment including but not limited to 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.