Cook, Maria and Enzo's Ristorante

Delaware North • Lake Buena Vista, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Delaware North’s Patina Group is hiring experienced full-time Cooks to join our team at Maria and Enzo's Ristorante in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. You will be preparing food, adhering to quality standards, operating kitchen equipment, and upholding all health codes and sanitation regulations.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in basic English
• Demonstrated proficiency in fundamental knife skills, including but not limited to brunoise, julienne, chiffonade, and other professional cutting techniques
• Working knowledge of Italian cuisine, ingredients, and food products
• Experience operating and maintaining commercial kitchen equipment, including Robo Coupe processors, buffalo choppers, steam kettles, and combi ovens
• Minimum of five (5) years of food preparation experience in a high-volume, fast-paced Italian or Mediterraean restaurant environment
• Ability to accurately read, interpret, and execute recipes, production sheets, and preparation instructions.
• Knowledge of and ability to safely operate kitchen tools, equipment, and utensils, including knives and small kitchen appliances
• Strong ability to follow verbal and written instructions while maintaining quality and consistency standards
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices, including temperature control, product rotation (FIFO), cross-contamination prevention, and safe food handling procedures

Nice To Haves

• No high school diploma or GED required

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to comply with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies, and procedures, ensuring proper food temperatures are maintained, food is stored correctly, the freshness and quality of all menu items, and packages all products to proper specifications
• Keep workstation, coolers, and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked
• Use waste control guidelines and record all waste on the spoilage sheet
• Perform opening, closing, and side work duties and end-of-day inventory in accordance with guidelines

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Flexible work schedules
• health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• paid vacation days and holidays
• paid parental bonding leave
• employee assistance program
• tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed