Cook Trainee

Boiling Point Group; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Health insurance*

Life insurance*

Paid sick time

Paid time off*

Job summary

Boiling Point Group in Irvine, CA is seeking motivated kitchen staff to join our expanding team. We value a positive attitude, reliability, and a commitment to high quality food and dining experience.

As a cook, you will prepare all food items, follow recipes, maintain equipment, and keep a clean, safe workspace. Training on our gold standard recipes and BP safety guidelines will be provided. This role offers growth with one of North America's fastest growing restaurant groups.

Qualifications

• 1+ year restaurant experience preferred.
• Friendly attitude with excellent customer service skills.
• Able to multitask and work in a team environment.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite products.
• High School diploma preferred.
• All candidates are subject to a background check and employment verification process.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by BP's gold standard.
• Maintain equipment and ensure proper operation and safety at the station.
• Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
• Verify that prepared food meets BP requirements for quality.
• Maintain personal health and sanitation standards.
• Ensure compliance with BP's safety codes, ethics, and conduct.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Multitasking

MS Office proficiency

Education

High School diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are looking to expand and are in need of candidates with a positive, motivated attitude that would love to grow with the company. We would love for you to join us and be part of the Boiling Point family!

Purpose & Summary:

To provide patron satisfaction in our restaurant that revolves around preparing food for recipe execution, appearance, and quality of food to lead to an overall great dining experience for the patrons.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by BP's gold standard
• Has understanding and knowledge of how to properly use and maintain all equipment in the station
• Responsible for maintaining all equipment machines to prepare food including powering on and off at the beginning and close of the restaurant
• Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils
• Verify that prepared food meets BP requirements for quality
• Maintain personal health and sanitation standards
• Must be knowledgeable of all safety codes per BP's guidelines
• Ensure compliance with BP's code of ethics, integrity and conduct

Minimum Qualifications:

• Preferred 1+ year of experience working in a restaurant environment, preferably as a cook
• Friendly attitude with excellent customer service skills
• Able to multitask and work in a team environment
• Must be proficient in computer knowledge including MS Office Suite products
• High School diploma preferred
• All candidates are subject to a background check and employment verification process

Physical demands:

• Ability to continuously stand or walk
• Ability to bend and lift occasionally
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds frequently

Work environment:

• Work will be conducted in a restaurant environment
• May encounter temperatures ranging from 32 degrees to 425 degrees around equipment in the kitchen if needed to enter that area
• May occasionally walk on slippery surfaces
• Noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance*
• Life insurance*
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off*

We've come a long way since we opened our first location in 2004. But our goal still remains the same: to bring an authentic Taiwanese dining experience to a wider audience. We're always looking for people who share our passion for great food and good times. Expand your horizons and gain valuable skills as a part of one of the fastest growing companies in North America!