Cook I - Blair Field (part-time, non-CSULB student)

Forty-Niner Shops•Long Beach, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Cook II and above, the Cook I is responsible for handling, preparation, and service of foods for retail dining service operations of the Beach Shops. The Cook I primarily works with student employees, and must foster a learning environment through training, leadership, and mentoring.

Requirements

The employee must be 18 years of age or older.
The employee must have the California Food Handler Card OR the ability to obtain the CA Food Handler Card within the first 30 days of employment
The employee must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills and must have the ability to follow written and verbal instructions regarding safety procedures.
The ability to work effectively and cooperatively with a diverse population of students, staff, and coworkers is essential.
The ability to understand and comply with University and Beach Shops policies and procedures is required.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma or high school equivalent is preferred.
Two years of experience as a cook preparing food in a fast paced quick-serve restaurant is preferred.

Responsibilities

Follows all standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Compliance with all required Long Beach Health Department and OSHA procedures and regulations.
Ensures that a quality product is prepared and served in a timely manner
Following all menus, ensuring that the handling, preparation, presentation, and overall quality of food products meet the highest standards.
Ensures all food is stored in proper containers and at proper storage and holding temperatures.
Observes and test all foods, including vegetable and animal proteins, by tasting, smelling, and where appropriate, piercing with fork to observe that the food is cooked prior to serving
Regularly handles animal and vegetable proteins through various stages of cooking
Inspects working areas and ensures that culinary utensils, equipment and work areas are clean and sanitized.
Receive, verify, sort and stock supplies. Inspecting delivered items to assure quality standards are met
Maintaining accurate records to determine amounts of food to prepare
Complies with and sets an example for adherence to all Beach Shops policies and procedures
May perform functional job task training to newly hired student and non-student staff.
Adheres to campus and company sustainability initiatives, including food waste management
Performs other related job duties as needed or assigned
Opportunities for growth may include performance of Cook II job duties, and continued mastery of skill
Other duties as assigned, reasonably within the scope of the job