Food Service - Cook

Lazy Acres Market, Inc.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the health and wellness space is seeking a passionate Food Service Cook to join its dynamic team. This role involves preparing delicious meals and providing exceptional customer service in a vibrant environment. Ideal candidates will have a love for food, a positive attitude, and the ability to connect with guests, ensuring their experience exceeds expectations. With a commitment to fostering growth and a values-based culture, this is an exciting opportunity for those looking to develop their culinary skills while making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

401K

Scholarship Opportunities

20% Discount at Locations

$60 Credit to Shoes for Crews every 6 months

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare and cook food according to recipes and portion sizes.
• Experience in providing exceptional customer service and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks all items needed for daily orders.
• Follows recipes and maintains food quality and sanitation standards.
• Provides extraordinary customer service to exceed guest expectations.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Preparation

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

One-year certificate from college or technical school

Related experience and/or training

Job description

006 Long Beach - Lazy Acres Natural Market, Long Beach, California, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 11:00 AM | Expires Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 10:59 AM

At Lazy Acres Natural Market, we believe in a natural approach to optimal health and wellness. From organic and seasonal produce and products steeped in tradition to functional supplements and body care, we are here to support you in mind, body, and soul.

Our friendly, informative, and passionate team members remain committed to providing exceptional service and wellness tips to our community; and accommodating the needs of our guests. We continue to live by the closely held belief that our collective actions can and will contribute to a healthier planet.

We’re committed to creating an environment that will attract the most passionate and enthusiastic people in our field. We’re always on the lookout for people inspired by health, wellness, and eating clean, and strive for excellent customer service. Our Leadership is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, offering opportunities for professional growth, education, and community involvement.

Ingredients You'll Bring to the Table

You love food and can create an experience that is beyond the everyday. You have a positive attitude and work well in a team environment. You can connect with people and reach a level of hospitality that exceeds guests' expectations. You are warm, outgoing, authentically amazing, and want to be inspired, challenged, and proud of where you work. You embody a spirit of entrepreneurship and mutual respect. You approach every situation with a YES! attitude and seek to find a solution to all opportunities that arise.

What Will Be On Your Plate?

Job Title: Food Service Cook

Department: Food Service

Reports To: Food Service Manager

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Food Service Cook is responsible to perform duties and responsibilities listed below (other duties may be assigned):

• Preps, prepares and cooks all items needed for daily orders. Requisition supplies daily.
• Follows all company’s recipes, and portion sizes when preparing foods following exact specifications.
• Peels, cleans and cuts fruits to be served for breakfast of compotes.
• Cleans vegetables, fruits, and berries for salads, relishes, and gelatin desserts.
• Mixes ingredients for green salads, fruit salads, and potato salad.
• Prepares dressings such as Thousand Island, French, and Roquefort to be served on green salads.
• Prepares cold sandwiches and cheeses.
• If applicable, works sauté line, grill, pizza oven and other cook to order stations.
• Follows the FIFO rotation system (First in, First out). Covers, labels, and dates all leftover foods. Utilizes leftover foods before opening new products.
• Inspects food and food preparation; including measuring temperatures throughout the preparation process, to maintain quality and sanitation by the FDA and local health departmental codes and company’s stringent standards.
• Some dishwashing is required.

Customer Service Skills

Food Service Cooks are expected to provide customer service that is extra ordinary and exceeds the expectations of our customers. They are required to follow established policies and guidelines that go beyond simply smiling and greeting customers. Going above and beyond encompasses attitudes, respect, and flexibility. The Food Service Cook is expected to have a positive “can-do” attitude; treat others with respect; and easily adjust to changes in the workplace.

Education and/or Experience

One-year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the Food Service Cook is regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear, and taste or smell. The Food Service Cook frequently is required to sit and use their hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, or tools. The Food Service Cook is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop. The Food Service Cook must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Why You’ll Love Working at Lazy Acres Natural Market

• Amazing earning potential, paid weekly!
• A values-based culture that will engage and empower your growth and development
• A strong training program that will build your restaurant and guest service skills
• Opportunity for growth within our family of brands
• Benefits available – Including medical, dental, vision, and 401K
• Numerous scholarship opportunities available to full & part-time team members
• 20% discount at all Bristol Farms and Lazy Acres locations
• $60 credit to Shoes for Crews every 6 months of employment