Line Cook - Fresh Prep, Quality & Sanitation Focus

Cal-Am Properties, Inc.; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Cal-Am Properties, Inc. is seeking an experienced cook to prepare and direct the preparation of food in our kitchen. You will ensure sanitation, hygiene, and adherence to established food production programs.

Applicants must obtain an AZ Food Handler’s license within 30 days of hire. Shifts run between 6:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, with compensation of $22.00–$23.00 per hour. Prior kitchen experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Experienced cook.
• Must obtain AZ Food Handler’s license within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares or directs preparation of food served using established production procedures and systems.
• Determines the amount and type of food and supplies required based on daily specials and menu items.
• Coordinates with the Restaurant Manager to ensure availability of supplies and food or approved substitutions in adequate time for preparation.
• Sets steam table; serves or ensures proper serving of food for dining room.
• Complies with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene and health standards. Observes proper food preparation and handling techniques.
• Stores food properly and safely, marking the date and item.
• Reports necessary equipment repair and maintenance to supervisor.
• Correctly prepares all food served following standard recipes and special diet orders.
• Plans food production to coordinate with meal serving hours so that excellence, quality, temperature and appearance of food are preserved.
• Apportions food for serving.
• Keeps work area neat and clean at all times; cleans and maintains equipment used in food preparation.
• Completes food temperature checks before service.
• Coordinates with Restaurant Manager to use leftovers as weekend specials, thereby reducing spoilage.
• Cleans and sanitizes kitchen, equipment and utensils at the end of each shift.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation standards

AZ Food Handler license

Job description

Cal-Am Properties, Inc. is seeking an experienced cook to prepare and direct the preparation of food in our kitchen. You will ensure sanitation, hygiene, and adherence to established food production programs.

Applicants must obtain an AZ Food Handler’s license within 30 days of hire. Shifts run between 6:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, with compensation of $22.00–$23.00 per hour. Prior kitchen experience preferred.