Cook

Spearmint Rhino Worldwide, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Spearmint Rhino Worldwide, Inc. is seeking a dedicated kitchen team member to support high-volume dining operations. You will prepare a variety of dishes with common kitchen tools, uphold sanitation and safety standards, and assist with menu planning and daily specials.

The role requires ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, willingness to work nights and weekends, and prior kitchen or food service experience. Join a dynamic team focused on quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service and/or the restaurant or hospitality industry.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to obtain a Food Handler's Card upon hire.
• Previous kitchen experience required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food orders using a variety of kitchen equipment.
• Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
• Prepare specialty foods such as pizzas, chicken, and steaks with short prep times.
• Read food orders or verbal instructions and cook accordingly.
• Verify that food meets quality and quantity requirements.
• Perform shift opening and closing duties and equipment prep.
• Keep kitchen areas and storage clean, sanitary, and organized.
• Report equipment or maintenance issues to the manager.
• Restock products as needed during shifts.
• Collaborate with Kitchen Manager on daily specials and new menu items.
• Monitor menu cycles to ensure availability and manage shortages.

Skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Team player

Night shifts

Education

Food Handler's Card

Job description

Job Duties

• Prepare food ordered by customers using a variety of kitchen equipment (grills, ovens, fryers, meat slicers, food processors, etc.).
• Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
• Prepare specialty foods such as pizzas, chicken, and steaks, following specific methods that usually require short preparation time.
• Read food order slips or receive verbal instructions as to food required by patron, and prepare and cook food according to instructions.
• Verify that prepared food meets requirements for quality and quantity. Wash, cut, and prepare foods designated for cooking
• Perform shift opening and closing duties as assigned, such as starting equipment and cleaning refrigeration units, grill and surrounding area, as well as other kitchen equipment.
• Maintain kitchen and cooking areas and ensure kitchen equipment and food storage areas are clean, sanitary, and organized as required by the Health
• Department Rules and Regulations. Report any kitchen equipment or maintenance issues to manager.
• Restock products as needed throughout shift.
• Collaborate with Kitchen Manager to determine daily specials, new menu items, and innovative ways to cook and prepare food.
• Regularly check menu cycle to ensure all food items are available in advance, notifying manager of any shortages.

Job Duties

• Prepare food ordered by customers using a variety of kitchen equipment (grills, ovens, fryers, meat slicers, food processors, etc.).
• Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
• Prepare specialty foods such as pizzas, chicken, and steaks, following specific methods that usually require short preparation time.
• Read food order slips or receive verbal instructions as to food required by patron, and prepare and cook food according to instructions.
• Verify that prepared food meets requirements for quality and quantity. Wash, cut, and prepare foods designated for cooking
• Perform shift opening and closing duties as assigned, such as starting equipment and cleaning refrigeration units, grill and surrounding area, as well as other kitchen equipment.
• Maintain kitchen and cooking areas and ensure kitchen equipment and food storage areas are clean, sanitary, and organized as required by the Health
• Department Rules and Regulations. Report any kitchen equipment or maintenance issues to manager.
• Restock products as needed throughout shift.
• Collaborate with Kitchen Manager to determine daily specials, new menu items, and innovative ways to cook and prepare food.
• Regularly check menu cycle to ensure all food items are available in advance, notifying manager of any shortages.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service and/or the restaurant or hospitality industry.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to multi-task and work on several different orders simultaneously in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to obtain a Food Handler's Card upon hire.
• Previous kitchen experience required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends.