Cook I

1440 Multiversity; Scotts Valley (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Cook I to join their culinary team. In this role, you'll work closely with the Sous Chef to create vibrant and nutritious meals that delight guests. Your responsibilities will include preparing high-quality food items, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and leading kitchen operations when the Sous Chefs are unavailable. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic kitchen environment and is committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences. If you are enthusiastic about food and eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Flexible Scheduling

Qualifications

• Ability to follow recipes and maintain high food quality standards.
• Experience in food preparation and kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and ensure adherence to quality and safety standards.
• Assist in kitchen operations and maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary Training

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Food Preparation Tools

Job description

Reports to: Sous Chef

Department: Kitchen Table

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

Reporting to the Sous Chef, the Cook I will assist in creating a delightful dining experience and food that is fresh, vibrant and nutritious. The Cook I prepares excellent quality food items in line with the Cuisine Profile and follows the professional functioning of the main kitchen cooking staff. Cook I is responsible for ensuring all menu items are produced in the high standards set by the Chef de Cuisine and participates in kitchen operations, safety and sanitation procedures. Cook I works closely with the Sous Chefs and other food service managers to ensure efficient operations of the food service department in line with 1440's Cuisine Profile and mission, vision, values. Cook I will be assigned a specific area that they will be responsible for setting up with their team. Cook I models a passion for 1440's food services vision.

Accountabilities

• Prepares special meals or substitute items
• Regulates temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters
• Pulls food from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator. Ensures proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish. Maintains food proper logs
• Monitors the quality and quantity of food that is prepared
• Communicates assistance needed during busy periods. Informs Chefs of excess food items for use in daily specials
• Informs F&B service staff of 86'ed items and available menu specials. Ensure the quality of the food items
• Prepares and cooks food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist
• Prepares cold foods properly
• Assists management in hiring selection, training, new hires, scheduling, sharing feedback with management, and motivating and coaching employees; serve as a role model
• Accountable for following all recipes approved by Executive Chef
• Accountable for following all SOP's (Standard Operating Procedure)
• Able to give and receive professional feedback
• Communicates needs for present and future meals in a timely fashion
• Manages menu changes daily, and learns current and future menus
• Able to follow FIFO (First In First Out)
• Maintains a safe and sanitary work station
• Ensures that all food prepared meets the flavor, texture and presentation standards established by the Executive Chef and Cuisine Profile
• Responsible for individual aspect of meal service as directed by the sous chef
• Maintains good relations with fellow team members in and out of Kitchen Table
• Understands proper cooking time and temperatures in line with standards set by the Executive Chef

Essential Skills and Experience

• Follows all company and safety and security policies and procedures; reports maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; completes safety training and certifications
• Standing, sitting or walking for extended periods of time and ensuring a professional appearance in a clean uniform.
• Ability to complete safety training and certification as condition of employment
• Available to work 8-10 hour shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Able to work a flexible schedule
• Cleanliness, including high standards of personal hygiene, keeping nails cut short, no nail polish, hair kept away from food preparation, long hair must be kept in up to comply with Food Safety standards, always wearing a clean uniform, and practicing proper hand washing is crucial to this position
• Speaks with others using clear and professional language. Develops and maintains positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees
• Ensures adherence to quality expectations and standards
• Ability to stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time in hot and cold temperatures
• Demonstrates high-level of knowledge in farm-to-table, natural foods and staying current regarding food service and cuisine trends
• Cook 1 is the leader of the kitchen when the Sous Chefs are not present
• Will possess keys to Kitchen Table to lead opening and closing procedures
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

AAP/EEO Statement:

1440 Multiversity provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, 1440 Multiversity complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

1440 Multiversity expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of 1440 Multiversity's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.