Production Kitchen Staff

City of Lincoln; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Santa Cruz Seaside Company is hiring for an on-site kitchen role to prep and cook a variety of foods for Boardwalk locations. The position requires exceptional guest service, adherence to food safety, and the ability to work 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., seven days a week including holidays.

You will handle deli items, turkey legs, salads and baked goods, maintaining FIFO, and delivering orders on time while wearing a company uniform and following safety rules.

Qualifications

• Must provide outstanding Guest Service.
• Some experience in commercial cooking and volume food preparation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Greet every Guest and answer Guest's questions and provide consistent, friendly and helpful Guest Service.
• Prepare and cook a variety of food items including deli sandwiches, turkey legs, salads, baked goods and party trays.
• Provide consistent preparation and presentation of food items.
• Ensure that food displayed is rotated following FIFO (First-In-First-Out).
• Deliver food orders to restaurant locations by required timelines.
• Plan daily and have products available to prepare for next day.
• Fill food production request accurately.
• Maintain high standards of sanitation and safety.
• Maintain an official Temperature Log.
• Follow all food and equipment safety practices.
• Communicate observations in regards to food waste and product demand.
• Clean equipment and work area.
• Complete closing checklist and daily break sheet before end of shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food safety

Knife skills

Recipes

Repetitive work

Back safety

Equipment operation

Independent/Team

Cleanliness

High volume

Safety consciousness

Effective communication

Policy compliance

CA Food Handler

Tools

Slicer

Steamer

Commercial ovens

Job description

• Location 400 BEACH ST,Santa Cruz, CA, 95060,United States
• Base Pay $17.50 / Hour
• Job Category Events - 145, Seasonal Position
• Employee Type Seasonal

Description

Job Summary

Provides the highest level of Guest Service. Under supervision, bake, prepare and cook a variety of ready to serve food for Boardwalk restaurant locations. Maintain highest standards of food safety, consistency and quality. Clean and maintain work area and equipment.

This is a unique opportunity to join the Boardwalk's Events Team . This position must exemplify outstanding service to our Guest by owning the key Guest Service Principles : Smile, Welcome, Eye Contact, Lift the Experience, and Leave Them Well. Wears Company issued uniform. Wears black, slip resistance closed toed shoes. Wears Company issued goggles and gloves as needed. Ability to prepare food products in an efficient and timely manner in a high volume kitchen. Able to work a flexible schedule as business dictates such as weekends, nights, and holidays. Must obtain a CA Food Handler card within 30 days of hire, or show proof of existing CA Food Handler card. Wear company issued uniform. May not wear jewelry or false nails. Shifts fall between 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. 7 days a week including holidays. Must obtain a CA Food Handler card within 30 days of hire, or show proof of existing CA Food Handler card.

Job Tasks

• Greet every Guest and answer Guest's questions and provide consistent, friendly and helpful Guest Service.
• Prepare and cook a variety of food items including deli sandwiches, turkey legs, salads, baked goods and party trays.
• Provide consistent preparation and presentation of food items.
• Ensure that food displayed is rotated following FIFO (First-In-First-Out).
• Deliver food orders to restaurant locations by required timelines.
• Plan daily and have products available to prepare for next day.
• Fill food production request accurately.
• Maintain high standards of sanitation and safety.
• Maintain an official Temperature Log.
• Follow all food and equipment safety practices.
• Communicate observations in regards to food waste and product demand.
• Clean equipment and work area.
• Complete closing checklist and daily break sheet before end of shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Relationships (Internal)

All levels of Santa Cruz Seaside Company Team Members.

Relationships (External)

Limited Guest contact

Qualifications: Training and Experience

Must provide outstanding Guest Service.

Some experience in commercial cooking and volume food preparation is desirable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to follow all food safety regulation and controls.
• Ability to use knife and be proficient in knife techniques.
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions.
• Ability to read and apply recipes.
• Ability to perform repetitive work such as slicing and dicing.
• Ability to use proper back safety procedures and techniques.
• Ability to quickly learn methods for using various equipment: slicer, steamer and commercial ovens.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to clean work areas effectively.
• Ability to handle high volume production.
• Ability to be safety conscious for self and others.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to comply with all food service departmental and company policies.
• Ability to obtain CA Food Handler card within 30 days of hire.

Physical Requirements

Able to stand and walk for up to 8 hours on hard surfaces.
Able to perform repetitive motions such as chopping, mixing and stirring.
Able to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach to retrieve supplies, work at low surfaces, and access shelving.
Able to push and pull carts, racks, dollies, and loaded hot boxes weighing up to 100lbs with assistance or equipment.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds from ground to waist height.
Able to tolerate exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold refrigeration areas, and cleaning chemicals.
Able to safely work around hot surfaces, open flames, sharp tools, and moving equipment.
Able to maintain balance and coordination while carrying trays, pans, or containers of food.
Able to work in a loud environment, including kitchen equipement, timers, and verbal communication during peak service.
Able to distinguish colors, textures, and visual details needed for food quality, doneness, and presentation.
Able to work extended shifts, including overtime, as business needs require.
Bi-manual dexterity.
Able to hear normal conversations on the phone and in person.
Able to see, read, and interpret documents.
Able to speak and hear in order to use 2 way radio, phone and digital communication.
Able to walk up and down stairs.

Licenses / Insurance

N/A

Testing Upon Offer or Hire

N/A

Additional Information

• Age Requirements 16+
• Schedule This is an on site position that may be up to five days a week and may require work on nights, holidays, and weekends.