Cook

Torsap Thai Kitchen; Winters (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Torsap Thai Kitchen in Winters, California, is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare ingredients and cook dishes as per recipes. The ideal candidate has 1-3 years of experience in a culinary role, a High School Diploma, and must possess culinary skills, knife handling abilities, and a strong attention to detail. Candidates should be organized, self-motivated, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment while ensuring quality and hygiene standards are maintained.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience cooking in a restaurant, hotel, or resort.
• Understanding of cooking methods and procedures.
• Ability to perform tasks with accuracy and speed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and cook dishes as per recipes.
• Maintain a clean workstation area and comply with hygiene standards.
• Ensure quality and freshness of ingredients.

Skills

Culinary skills

Knife handling

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Food safety knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, cook and assemble dishes as indicated by recipes & chef’s instructions
• Perform portion control and minimize waste to help keep cost within forecasted range
• Ensure that all dishes are prepared in a timely manner by restocking ingredients at workstation and meeting prep times to ensure smooth delivery
• Set up and clean station according to restaurant protocol
• Maintain a clean workstation area, including kitchen equipment, tables, and shelves
• Comply with applicable sanitary, health, and personal hygiene standards
• Ensure quality and freshness of ingredients and products
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the sous-chef, executive chef, or management
• Provide a CA Food Handlers card within 30 days of employment

Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years of experience cooking in a restaurant, hotel, or resort
• Understanding of cooking methods and procedures, and knife handling skills
• Ability to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
• Ability to read and follow cooking directions
• Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment
• Must be organized and self-motivated
• Must be able to stand, bend, stretch, and lift, and carry heavy materials