Experienced Cook

1UP Entertainment + Social•Tampa, FL

18d

About The Position

1UP Entertainment + Social We are looking for an amazing EXPERIENCED COOK who is seeking a place to be themselves, become a part of something bigger and unite in delivering LEGENDARY Hospitality, GREAT Times, and Lasting MEMORIES! You are a master of your craft , always operating with a sense of urgency, a smile on your face, humble yet driven, ready to build a brand, create an environment where people prefer to work and operate like a team, make guests feel like a VIP, and enjoy a fun atmosphere where we can deliver on our shared commitment of LEGENDARY GREAT MEMORIES. The Work The Cook assists Kitchen Management in keeping our guest’s dining experience far and above anywhere else! The cook helps create an authentic, amazing guest experience through attention to detail, response to guest requests, and impeccable dining service, including:

Requirements

Team player a must; prior kitchen experience in a high-volume, fast paced restaurant/bar preferred
High level listening and communication skills supported by strong organizational and multitasking skills
Ability to manage controllable items, analyze and provide input on cost saving measures, proper execution, and efficient output
Able to quickly read, comprehend and prepare dining orders from a POS printer and Monitor
Ability to work quickly and meet deadlines with minimal supervision in noisy, fast paced environment with frequent distractions
Must be able to walk or stand and exert fast-paced mobility for several hours at a time.
Must have a good sense of balance, be able to bend, reach, mop, sweep, wipe and kneel and have the ability to lift bus tubs, glass racks and trays frequently weighing up to 25-50 pounds
Work conditions with both hot and cold temperatures
Work days, nights and/or weekends as required.
Age 18 or older
Ability to obtain any required food service licenses or certifications

Responsibilities

Ensures cooking station and line runs at optimal efficiency
Adheres to recipes to ensure consistent food quality and presentation
Successfully reads, prepares, and assembles multiple dining orders simultaneously, quickly and consistently and with a level of enthusiasm that is upbeat and positive
Follows portion guidelines to ensure cost control, while maximizing the Guest experience.
Follows procedures to ensure that the environment is clean, safe, and in good repair for co-workers and guests exceeding health and sanitation regulations, including:
Safely and correctly operates all equipment
Perform and uphold sanitation for kitchen spaces, equipment, and tools.
Perform daily food service prep and closure
Perform ongoing kitchen stocking and maintenance duties, accurately creating the inventory sheet
Make recommendations to keep high standards of 1UP’s beverage program
Notifies manager and keeps them fully informed of any potential kitchen issues or concerns
Demonstrate effective communication, conflict and incident resolution, quickly and courteously
Positively represent the 1UP brand in our community and local market
Assist others and perform additional duties as directed or when business needs dictate