Cook - Full Time

Menlo Circus Club; Atherton (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their kitchen team. This full-time role requires a skilled individual with experience in food preparation and a commitment to maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Responsibilities include preparing meals, following recipes, and ensuring timely food service for both restaurant and events. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. With evening shifts and weekend availability required, this position offers a competitive hourly wage and benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals.

Benefits

Medical

401K

Meals

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Thorough knowledge of food sanitation standards and safety codes.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for the restaurant and events.
• Cook a variety of foods using different methods.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area.

Skills

Food Preparation

Food Sanitation Standards

Kitchen Equipment Operation

Communication Skills

Punctuality

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Degree

California Food Handlers Certificate

Tools

Slicers

Mixers

Grinders

Job description

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Description

The Menlo Circus Club seeks an experienced full-time Cook to join our kitchen team. Candidates must be skilled in food preparation and understand the importance of maintaining a safe and clean work environment. You are dependable, willing to learn, and prioritize cleanliness. Dependable transportation and punctuality are required.

• Prepare meals for our restaurant and events.
• Follow recipes to measure, mix, and prepare ingredients.
• Cook a variety of foods using different methods.
• Check the freshness of food and ingredients.
• Garnish dishes and ensure timely food preparation.
• Keep the kitchen area and equipment clean.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen and restaurant staff.
• Maintain positive relationships with coworkers, members, and guests.

Evening shifts are required.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in a similar role, or equivalent experience, along with a high school diploma, culinary degree, or certification.
• Previous experience in food and beverage service and preparation.
• Experience with hot and cold food preparation.
• Thorough knowledge of food sanitation standards, safety, and health codes.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment such as slicers, mixers, and grinders.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid California Food Handlers Certificate required.
• Availability on weekends and holidays.
• Fluent English speaking and writing skills are a plus.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk constantly during shifts.
• Periodic bending, kneeling, and stretching.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 35 pounds.
• Manual dexterity to seize, grasp, turn, and hold objects.

The position involves working holidays, weekends, and more than 8 hours per day. Must have unrestricted ability to work in the United States.

Compensation: $20.00-25.00 USD per hour, full-time with benefits including Medical, 401K, Meals, and Employee Assistance Program.