HighVolume CateringCommissary Cook

Back A Yard Caribbean American Grill; San Jose (CA); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive pay based on experience.

Stable hours in a central production环境

Career growth within an expanding餐厅集团

Résumé du poste

Back A Yard Caribbean Grill in San Jose, CA is seeking a High-Volume Catering & Commissary Cook to prepare large batches, season, portion, and cook signature dishes for the central commissary and events.

You will manage catering orders, maintain batch consistency, and uphold strict food-safety standards while leading portions and production as part of a fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience 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.
• Food safety: California Food Handler Card required upon hire; knowledge of holding temperatures and sanitation.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs; fast-paced teamwork.

Responsabilités

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

Connaissances

Culinary Skills

Batch Cooking

Knife Skills

Food Safety

Caribbean Flavors

Description du poste

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.

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.