Cook (Seasonal) - Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Delicato Family Wines•Geyserville, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under close supervision, the Cook maintains a well-organized station for preparing and presenting products of the highest quality. While working in a clean, orderly, and safe fashion, this position must work closely with the kitchen staff to create a tight-knit and unified team of professionals.

Requirements

High School diploma, GED equivalent, or equivalent experience
ServSafe® Certification required
TIPS Certification or Certified within 90 days of employment
Understanding of use, operations, and care for all kitchen equipment
Knowledge of knife skills and cooking terms
Good knowledge of hot and cold food preparations, seasoning, vinaigrettes, soups, sauces, stocks, vegetable preparations, basic butchery, and meat and fish cookery
Knowledge of sanitation rules
Must wear closed toed shoes
Required to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Nice To Haves

Prior kitchen experience preferred

Responsibilities

Prepares food according to recipe and restaurant specifications in a timely and efficient manner
Follows Chef’s direction to manage all aspects of assigned station
Checks station from prep lists and verbal communication to set priorities for shift
Sets up station according to menu needs and ensure readiness for service time
Prepares food products for shift while using proper rotation, first in first out and checks for quality while preventing food waste
Performs correct cooking techniques
Brings any problems or shortages to the chef’s attention; each shift is responsible for checking and maintaining a high level of quality of products and equipment on their station
Maintains an organized and clean work area at all times; observes good sanitation practices and safety procedures; wears gloves when possible
Unpacks and stocks kitchen deliveries
Checks out with chef daily before leaving shift