Cook

Gringo's Cypress • Cypress, TX

20h • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves preparing a variety of food items using various kitchen equipment according to established recipes and standards. The cook is responsible for maintaining food levels, proper portioning, sanitation, and adhering to all kitchen policies and procedures. This position also requires participation in team meetings and proper closing procedures.

Requirements

• Ability to read and understand simple instructions.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information to customers and other team members.
• Ability to add and subtract two and three-digit numbers and perform these operations using units of American money.
• Must have exceptional hygiene and grooming habits.
• Food Handler Certification is required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous restaurant experience is not required but preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items using broilers, ovens, fryers, grills, and a variety of other kitchen equipment, according to our recipes.
• Knows and complies with our standard portions, cooking methods, quality standards, kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to ensure a smooth service period.
• Portions out food products before cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work area, including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, ovens, burners, and refrigeration.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes.
• Handles, stores, and rotates products properly.
• Follows the closing checklist to close the kitchen properly.
• Attends all scheduled team member meetings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees