Cook II

The Inn at Mattei's Tavern, Auberge Collection; Los Olivos (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Railway Jonata LLC is seeking a Culinary Artisan to join our kitchen brigade, focusing on pastry and baking with precision and presentation. This role contributes to creating unforgettable desserts and breads that elevate our guest experience.

You will work closely with the team, maintain cleanliness and safety, and assist in supervising colleagues as needed. Compensation starts at $21.63 per hour and progresses with experience; English communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Formal training or education in culinary arts, with a focus on pastry and baking techniques.
• One year Cook III level or previous Cook II experience.
• Proficient in various baking methods, including dough preparation, pastry shaping, and decorating techniques.
• Strong focus on precision and detail to ensure consistency and high-quality presentation of pastries and desserts.
• Ability to communicate in basic conversational English with team members and guests; additional languages welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Order supplies via requisitions and coordinate maintenance as needed.
• Review function sheets and restaurant requisitions, and plan daily tasks.
• Prepare mise en place for the day.
• Maintain good stock rotation, storage, and handling to minimize waste.
• Assist in supervision and training of other cooks.
• Keep the kitchen clean and adhere to health and safety standards.
• Report suspicious persons in the kitchen.
• Organize outlet orders and needs.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Baking methods

Attention to detail

English communication

Education

Culinary arts training

Job description

Job Description

Step into the realm of culinary excellence as a key player in our kitchen brigade. Whether you're a savant with savory delights or a lover of sweet symphonies, embrace the opportunity to showcase your culinary prowess. As a Culinary Artisan, you play an integral role in curating an unforgettable dining experience, leaving an indelible mark on the palates of our patrons.

• Orders supplies as necessary by initiating requisitions and fills out Engineering work orders as necessary to maintain the best possible physical plant.
• Check function sheets and restaurant requisitions and prepare a list of tasks to be accomplished that day.
• Prepare determined mise en place for the day.
• Practices good stock rotation, storage, and handling of goods to minimize waste and spoilage.
• Assists in supervision and/or training of other cooks.
• Keeps work area clean at all times and adheres to all standards of health, safety, hygiene and sanitation.
• Reporting of suspicious persons in the kitchen.
• Organize outlet orders and needs.

$21.63/ Hour Based on Experience

Qualifications

• Formal training or education in culinary arts, with a focus on pastry and baking techniques.
• One year Cook III level or previous Cook II experience.
• Proficient in various baking methods, including dough preparation, pastry shaping, and decorating techniques.
• Strong focus on precision and detail to ensure consistency and high-quality presentation of pastries and desserts.
• Ability to communicate in basic conversational English with team members and guests to support safe operations, coordination of work, and service standards. Additional language skills are welcomed and valued.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Railway Jonata LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Railway Jonata LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Railway Jonata LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination 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.