High-Volume Catering/Commissary Cook

Back A Yard Caribbean American Grill; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience.

Stable hours in a central production

Career growth within an expanding rest

Job summary

Back A Yard Caribbean Grill is seeking an experienced High-Volume Catering & Commissary Cook to join our San Jose production team. You will prep large batches, season dishes, and ensure quality across catering orders and store deliveries.

You will work in our central commissary at the 13th Street facility, focusing on consistency, safety, and timely execution for multiple locations and events.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years in a high-volume prep kitchen, central commissary, catering operation, or busy restaurant environment.
• Strong knife skills, batch cooking experience, grilling, smoking, and familiarity with Caribbean flavors and ingredients.
• California Food Handler Card required upon hire; strong knowledge of food safety, holding temperatures, and sanitation protocols.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, in a warm kitchen, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• High-Volume Meal Prep & Batch Cooking: prepare, season, portion, and cook large batches of signature dishes following recipe standards.
• Catering & Commissary Fulfillment: package and organize large catering orders, event pans, store deliveries on schedule.
• Batch Consistency & Quality Control: maintain presentation, flavor profile, portioning, and temperature standards.
• Inventory & Food Safety: maintain FIFO inventory rotation, daily temperature logs, and sanitation guidelines.
• Equipment & Station Maintenance: operate and maintain commercial kitchen equipment; keep stations clean and organized.
• Teamwork: coordinate prep schedules with Kitchen Manager, Lead Cooks, and Catering team.

Skills

High-volume prep

Culinary skills

Food safety

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

Job Title

High-Volume Catering & Commissary Cook

Company

Back A Yard Caribbean Grill

Location

638 N 13th St, San Jose, CA 95112

Position Type

Full-Time / Part-Time

Compensation

Competitive Hourly Rate

About Back A Yard Caribbean Grill

Back A Yard Caribbean Grill brings authentic Caribbean-American flavors to the Bay Area, representing the lifestyle, culture, and spirit of welcoming guests with incredible food. Our central commissary in San Jose supports our multiple store locations, large-scale corporate catering, and special events across the region.

We are looking for an experienced, high-energy Catering & Commissary Cook to join our production team at our 13th Street facility!

Key Responsibilities

• High-Volume Meal Prep & Batch Cooking: Prepare, season, portion, and cook large batches of signature dishes (Jerk chicken, BBQ ribs, oxtail, curry goat, salmon, plantains, rice & beans, and house sauces) following strict recipe standards and daily production par lists.
• Catering & Commissary Fulfillment: Package and organize large catering orders, event pans, and store deliveries accurately and on schedule.
• Batch Consistency & Quality Control: Maintain presentation, flavor profile, portioning, and temperature standards ("serve hot food hot, cold food cold").
• Inventory & Food Safety: Maintain strict FIFO (First‑In, First‑Out) inventory rotation, complete daily line temperature logs, and adhere to proper sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Equipment & Station Maintenance: Safely operate and maintain commercial kitchen equipment (grills, smokers, ovens, deep fryers, batch kettles). Keep food stations clean, sanitized, and organized.
• Teamwork: Coordinate prep schedules and production timelines with the Kitchen Manager, Lead Cooks, and Catering team.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 2+ years of experience in a high-volume prep kitchen, central commissary, catering operation, or busy restaurant environment.
• Culinary Skills: Strong knife skills, batch cooking experience, grilling, smoking, and familiarity with Caribbean flavors and ingredients.
• Food Safety: Valid California Food Handler Card required upon hire. Strong knowledge of food safety, proper holding temperatures, and sanitation protocols.
• Physical Demands: Ability to stand for extended periods, work in a warm kitchen environment, and lift up to 50 lbs comfortably.
• Attributes: Reliable, punctual, detail-oriented, and capable of working efficiently in a fast‑paced team environment.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Stable hours in a central production environment.
• Opportunity for career growth within an expanding restaurant group.