Cook Oyster Bar

King's Seafood Company; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 25,375 - 31,684; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free shift meals

Premium benefits

Growth opportunities

Generous dining discount

Job summary

King's Seafood Company is seeking an Oyster Bar Cook for the Water Grill in Los Angeles, CA. This role involves preparing raw bar dishes in front of guests, ensuring quality and cleanliness while delivering exceptional service.

The ideal candidate has previous culinary training, a Food Handlers Card, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive hourly rate along with numerous perks like free meals and growth opportunities within a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Requires previous culinary training or experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Interact with guests at the oyster bar and prepare raw bar dishes.
• Monitor cleanliness and organization of the assigned station.
• Cook for scheduled meal periods as assigned.

Skills

Culinary training

Communication skills

Cooking techniques knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current CA Food Handlers Card

Job description

For over 25 years, the Water Grill has sated the palates of seafood lovers in Southern California. Hailed as "the best seafood in Southern California" by the internationally recognized Zagat Guide, Water Grill consistently offers dazzling fish preparations of superior quality and freshness.

Competitive hourly rate $18.42 - $23 / hour depending on experience + tips!

We keep it reel! Free shift meals, premium benefits, an amazing culinary family, growth opportunities, and more! Are you hooked yet?

What do we bring to the table?

• Growth Opportunities
• Great training and commitment to promotions from within!
• Teamwork / Flexible Hours
• Education Reimbursement
• Generous Dining Discount
• Professionalism
• Productive Environment
• Strong company culture
• Delicious food in a beautiful restaurant!

The oyster bar is the heart of our culinary experience. As the oyster bar cook you will be in the main dining room interacting with guests and preparing raw bar dishes for guests throughout the restaurant. You have the ability to work with seasonal, pristine, fresh product on a daily basis. You will be the ambassador for all seafood and share your knowledge with guests who dine around the oyster bar.

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Any previous culinary training.
• High school graduate, some college
• Current CA Food Handlers Card
• Ability to satisfactorily communicate verbal and written English with Guests, management and co-workers.
• Ability to maintain complete knowledge of all cooking techniques required to prepare restaurant menu items.
• Ability to maintain complete knowledge of all menu and special items, their preparation method/time, all ingredients and quality standards, taste, appearance, texture, temperature, garnish and method of presentation.
• Ability to maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of food serving and preparation equipment.

Essential Job Functions

• Communicate with all Guests regarding raw bar products and service the guests sitting at the Oyster bar stools.
• Prepare necessary food items for meal period and next service.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned station and service areas.
• Cook for scheduled meal period.
• Complete opening/closing duties as assigned.
• Remove soiled wares from station as assigned and transport to dishwashing area.
• Follow Manager’s instruction.
• Follow maintenance program and cleaning schedule.
• Alert Chef or Sous Chef as to any deficiencies of food items.
• Notify management of any pertinent information related to shift activities.
• Alert Chef and Sous Chef as to any maintenance needs or safety hazards.

Equal Opportunity Employer