Cook

Kelly Slater Wave Company•Lemoore, CA

108d•Onsite

About The Position

Works under the supervision of the Surf Ranch Executive Sous Chef and Kitchen Manager. The cook is responsible for assisting the culinary team on the execution and preparation of menu items, receiving and processing deliveries, cleaning, and supporting the culinary department as requested by Executive Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager. The position is responsible for ensuring quality meals and service for Surf Ranch guests during their stay. The Cook should familiarize themselves with the guests that are coming to visit Surf Ranch and be knowledgeable of any dietary or allergy restrictions.

Requirements

Previous experience serving as Cook in a professional kitchen operation or food truck
Basic knife skills, portioning, grilling and proper food labeling and storage.
Following recipes and prep methods as directed.
Food Safety Manager Certification and/or CA Food Handler Permit
Experience in hospitality services environment
Knowledge of guest menu requests and ability to work around allergy or dietary restrictions
Exceptional work ethic
Exceptional attention to detail
Optimism and energy for the brand and its future
An open and collaborative nature
Teamwork

Responsibilities

Maintain a high level of cleanliness in the kitchen facilities meeting company standards and health code regulations
Prepare food/maintain facility in accordance with company and health code regulations
Execute recipes and menus accurately and in timely manner
Ensure quality meals and professionally interact with guests on a regular basis
Stay up to date on company email correspondence regarding guest days and menu planning
Assist with dishes and cleaning kitchen
Organize and put away food deliveries
Complete inventory as requested
Knows and complies consistently with standard portion sizes,cooking methods, quality standards, policies and procedures.
Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, ovens, and refrigeration equipment.
Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
Handles, stores and rotates all products properly utilizing FIFO and food date labeling
Disposes of trash/recycling/grease properly
Avoids waste, spoilage or mistakes in preparation of food
Refrains from making or serving food not on the menu and/or not specifically requested from people leader for guest service
Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of food preparation and handling
Other duties as assigned