Kitchen Cook

LinkedIn - Jobboard; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Jacksonville is seeking a Kitchen Cook to join their team. The role requires proficiency in cooking, effective communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should be flexible with shifts and capable of handling kitchen tools safely. This is an entry-level full-time position with opportunities for advancement and a range of benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Qualifications

• Proficient in preparing menu items consistently.
• Available to work flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and standards.
• Monitor food temperatures and ensure proper storage.
• Maintain strict adherence to health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Kitchen Competence

Tools

Kitchen Tools

Job description

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Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Position Overview: The Kitchen Cook is a key member of our kitchen staff, responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes according to the restaurant’s standards. This position demands a high level of kitchen competence and the ability to handle a fast-paced cooking environment.

Key Qualifications:

• Proficient in preparing menu items consistently to the specified recipes and customer requests.
• Available to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Experienced in safely utilizing a variety of kitchen tools and equipment, including sharp knives.
• Effective communicator with the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Capable of multitasking effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen setting.
• Comfortable working in tight, potentially crowded spaces with fluctuating temperatures and noise levels.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods, including moving safely around kitchen obstacles and through varied floor surfaces.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and standards, ensuring each dish meets the required presentation and quality.
• Adhere to portion control and food preparation standards to maintain product consistency and manage costs.
• Monitor food temperatures and use thermometers to ensure food is cooked and stored at the correct temperatures.
• Report any issues with food quality or delays in service promptly to the kitchen coordinator or chef.
• Keep track of inventory levels for menu items, alerting management and front-of-house staff to low stock situations.
• Ensure all dishes from the station are accounted for and meet the restaurant’s quality expectations.
• Follow established procedures for handling food allergies and dietary restrictions to ensure guest safety.
• Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, and sanitation guidelines, including cleaning and maintenance protocols for kitchen equipment.
• Collaborate effectively with the kitchen team and maintain positive working relationships with all staff.
• Undertake additional tasks as needed to support the efficient operation of the kitchen.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Restaurants