Catering Cook

Joby Aviation•Santa Cruz, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Joby Aviation is looking for a Cook to join their tight-knit team. This role operates within a small, collaborative unit where team members assist with all tasks, from high-heat grilling and precision prep to ensuring a spotless kitchen. The Cook will be a valued team member helping to provide a great experience for staff members and will support the team across different sites. The position offers two specific shift rotations: Rotation A (Wednesday - Sunday, off Monday/Tuesday) and Rotation B (Friday - Tuesday, off Wednesday/Thursday). Daily hours are weekdays from 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM (Fridays 4:30 AM-1:00 PM) and weekends from 4:30 AM - 1:00 PM.

Requirements

Proven experience as a cook with a deep understanding of various cooking procedures and kitchen equipment
A valid CA Driver’s License and a clean driving record.
Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware
Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
Ability to work in a team
Strong interpersonal skills, you work well under pressure and communicate clearly with teammates
Excellent time management skills and the flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends
High school diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

Culinary school diploma
Honesty: We encourage a safe environment where open and honest communication is a standard business practice.
Attitude is Everything: It all starts with having the right mindset. We require a positive attitude. You cannot create success for yourself, our company, and coworkers with a negative mindset.
Quality: We take pride in our work and strive to deliver excellence with our services and installations.
Integrity: We do what we say we will do and hold ourselves accountable.
Teamwork: We work together as a group, to become part of something bigger than one individual to achieve a common goal.

Responsibilities

Prepare high-quality ingredients (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
Execute various cooking methods (grilling, baking, boiling)
Check ingredient quality and ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before service
Maintain a pristine kitchen environment, ensuring all stations are organized, sanitized, and set up for maximum efficiency
Manage the proper labeling, rotation, and storage of all food items, strictly adhering to health and safety standards
Load/unload dishwashers and hand-wash specialized items (large pots, wooden boards, delicate china)
Store clean dishes, glasses and equipment appropriately
Set up workstations before meal prep begins
Safely transport meals to our Watsonville site using a company vehicle, managing the setup, service, and breakdown of remote dining areas
Proactively stock snack and beverage stations and maintain a welcoming, clean service area