Cook II

Jobs2Web; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Irvine Company Apartment Communities is seeking a dedicated line cook to prepare high quality dishes in a hotel-style kitchen. You will operate assigned stations including sauté and grill, ensuring consistency with recipes and safety standards.

The ideal candidate works well under pressure, can multi-task, adheres to health codes, and is willing to work non-traditional hours, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced hospitality setting.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with apprenticeship, cooking school or culinary institute education.
• On the line; sauté and grill, working with varying temperatures and techniques.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, high pressure environment.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours, weekends and holidays.
• Possess current health department certifications to work in a kitchen.
• Must have California Food Handler Card or willingness to obtain before start day.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high quality food products in accordance with health and safety practices.
• Run the day-to-day operation of the assigned station.
• Assist in creating and preparing menu items and specials.
• Check mise en place and pars and set-up the station.
• Communicate with Chefs regarding menu items, shortages or issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow safety guidelines.

Skills

Line cook

Sauté

Grill

Multi-tasking

Food handler card

Education

Culinary education

Job description

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Prepare high quality food products as assigned in accordance health and safety practices.

• Follow proper payroll and uniform procedures.
• Run the day to day operation of the assigned station.
• Assist in creating and preparing menus items and specials.
• Check and complete mise en place and pars and set-up the station.
• Complete requisitions, obtain proper signatures, and submit to the Purchasing department.
• Communicate with the Chef de Cuisine, the Sous Chefs and the Executive Chef regarding menu items, problem situations or shortages.
• May supervise Cook IIIas requested.
• Utilize the computer system in retrieving orders.
• Work closely with standard recipes and plate presentations in order to maintain standards of quality in production and presentation.
• Maintain a good working relationship with other employees.
• Store items properly at the end of the shift.
• Ensure a clean, neat and organized work area.
• Handle and report any accident immediately, no matter how minor.
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all times to reflect the high standards of hotel.
• Respond properly in any hotel emergency or safety situation.
• Follow all guidelines for timely food service to guests.
• Maintain food service sanitation certification and use all learned standards within the kitchen.
• Maintain knowledge of the hotel, daily events, safety and service standards.
• Embody mission, vision and values of the hotel daily.
• Perform other tasks or projects as assigned or requested.

Minimum Qualifications / Other Expectations:

• High school graduate and an apprenticeship, cooking school or culinary institute education.
• On the line; sauté, grill; is working with a variety of temperatures and techniques.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, high pressured environment.
• Ability to work not traditional working hours, weekends and all holidays.
• Possess current health department certifications required to work in a kitchen.
• Must have current California Food Handler Card or willingness and ability to obtain California Food Handling Card before first day of employment.

Compensation

Pay range: $18.22 - $19.86

$18.89

Pay range: $18.22 - $19.86

About Us:
Irvine Company Apartment Communities (a division of Irvine Company) offers a portfolio of more than 125 resort-style apartment communities in coastal California’s most desirable locations: San Diego, Orange County, West Los Angeles and Silicon Valley.
With world-class amenities, resort-like surroundings and an unparalleled commitment to customer service, Irvine Company Apartment Communities redefines the rental-living experience.
We take as much pride in our employee community as we do the communities we create. It’s an environment populated with talented and experienced people, a collaborative spirit and abundant opportunities.

The Irvine Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, termination, and training, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, and local law. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.