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La Bottega Waco Pizza Cook in Woodway, Texas
o Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with the mission of the restaurant.
o Inspect and clean, and maintain food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
o Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperature by regulating temperature of ovens, and other kitchen equipment.
o Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
o Knows and complies consistently with the restaurants standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
o Responsible for the quality of products served.
o Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to support a smooth service period.
o Handles, stores, and rotates all food products and supplies according to restaurant policies and procedures.
o Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking.
o Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
o Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
o Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
o Portion, arrange, and garnish food, according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications and serve food to servers or guests.
o Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.
o Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
o Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption.
o Carve and trim meats such as beef, veal, ham, pork, and lamb for hot or cold service, or for sandwiches.
o Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
o Substitute for or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods.
o Closes the kitchen following the closing checklist for kitchen stations and assists others in closing the kitchen.
o Attend all scheduled employee meetings and offers suggestions for improvement.
o Coordinate with and assist fellow employees to meet guests needs and support the operation of the restaurant.
o Fill-in for fellow employees where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations.
Supplemental
o Consult with supervisory staff to plan menus, taking into consideration factors such as costs and special event needs.
o Keep records and accounts.
o Coordinate and supervise work of kitchen staff.
o Prepare relishes and hors d'oeuvres.
o Estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage.
o Butcher and dress animals, fowl, or shellfish, or cut and bone meat prior to cooking.
o Plan and price menu items.
o Bake breads, rolls, cakes, and pastries.Responsibilities: - Create and prepare high-quality dishes according to menu specifications - Oversee and manage kitchen operations - Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are met - Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new menu items - Train and supervise kitchen staff - Monitor inventory and order supplies as needed - Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment
Requirements: - Proven experience as a Chef or in a similar role - Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines - Strong leadership and communication skills - Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment - Attention to detail and creativity in food presentation - Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
Note: Bartending experience is not relevant to the Chef position, so it will not be included in the job description.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Food provided
Experience level:
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 year
Pay rate:
- Hourly pay
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
Weekly day range:
- Weekends as needed
Work setting:
- Casual dining restaurant
Work Location: In person