Cook 1

Legends; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Legends is seeking a Cook 1 to support food preparation, execution, and delivery to customer-facing staff. You will work under the Executive Culinary Team to ensure safe, efficient kitchen operations and adherence to recipes and timelines.

Responsibilities include receiving and labeling deliveries, maintaining sanitation, and coordinating with other departments. The role requires flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays, with a starting pay of $20.74/hour.

Qualifications

• Two to four years in a fast-paced restaurant or food service.
• Must be able to read and follow recipes and prep lists.
• Must maintain sanitation procedures and be punctual.

Responsibilities

• Assist in receiving and storing deliveries following FIFO.
• Label and date items on receipt and rotate stock.
• Notify supervisor of expired products and maintain sanitation.
• Prepare food per recipes and timelines for daily service.
• Maintain kitchen areas including walk-ins and dry storage.

Skills

Knife skills

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Sanitation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary certificate preferred

Job description

Cook 1 Job Description

The Role: A Cook 1 is responsible for the food preparation, execution, and delivery of safely handled food to the customer-facing employees for service. Under direction of the Executive Culinary Team, individuals will be responsible for effectively supporting all culinary operations. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Responsibilities:

• Assist in receiving and storing all food deliveries. Follows FIFO (First In First Out) METHOD for receiving and storing food
• Label and date all food items upon receiving to enforce FIFO. Make sure product is rotated when storing on designated storage shelves
• Notify manager or Chef of any expired product. Must maintain a friendly positive attitude and a professional demeanor at all times
• Report for scheduled event on time and report to assigned area in a timely manner. Fulfill the assigned opening and closing duties
• Report to direct supervisor for prep lists and time lines of the days tasks. Carry out assigned tasked in a timely and safe fashion using correct recipes
• Constant maintenance of walk-in coolers, reach-ins, dry storage and all work areas. Must have extensive knowledge of all menus being offered including special
• Work as a team with fellow associates and other service departments within venue. Maintain a clean, sanitary and orderly setting within the kitchen
• Must know the "layout" of the kitchen and back of the house area where you are working, (i.e. - know where the closest First Aid office, bathroom and staircase are), and be able to direct staff and guests to their designation
• Must be aware of other food and beverage outlets within the venue. May be re-assigned to a different location in certain situations based on the venue’s needs. Other duties and assignments may apply
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to meet service demand levels, including days, nights, weekends and holidays

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent; degree or certificate in culinary arts preferred
• Must have two (2) to four (4) years working in a fast paced restaurant, caterer or other relevant food service area
• Must be proactive, self-motivated, organized and the ability to prioritize as needed
• Must be clean and constantly aware of sanitation procedures
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change quickly
• Must be Punctual and dependable
• Must be able to read and retain information (i.e. recipes, prep lists, menus, and signage)
• Must be able to perform simple mathematical calculations
• Must be able to speak and read Basic English
• Must be able to work well with others in a stressful environment
• Able to move quickly and act on assigned duties
• Must maintain personal hygiene and a well-groomed appearance
• Ability to walk long distances and stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to stand, kneel, lift (at least 30 pounds), carry items, push carts, walk at a fast pace, and bend down
• Faced-paced, professional kitchen in close quarters to fellow workers

Pay rate: Starting at $20.74 per hour

Education: High School or better

Licenses & Certifications:

• Food Handler's ServSafe-food handling

Skills:

• Basic Knife Skills
• Must be able to communicate with co-workers and management
• Strong commitment to delivering a high level of customer and client service with demonstrated initiative and culinary skills
• Customer service oriented with the ability to interact with all levels of management

Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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