Food Service - Cook

Good Food Holdings Companies • San Diego, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Lazy Acres Natural Market, we believe in a natural approach to optimal health and wellness. From organic and seasonal produce and products steeped in tradition to functional supplements and body care, we are here to support you in mind, body, and soul. Our friendly, informative, and passionate team members remain committed to providing exceptional service and wellness tips to our community; and accommodating the needs of our guests. We continue to live by the closely held belief that our collective actions can and will contribute to a healthier planet. We’re committed to creating an environment that will attract the most passionate and enthusiastic people in our field. We’re always on the lookout for people inspired by health, wellness, and eating clean, and strive for excellent customer service. Our Leadership is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, offering opportunities for professional growth, education, and community involvement. The ideal candidate loves food and can create an experience that is beyond the everyday. They have a positive attitude and work well in a team environment. They can connect with people and reach a level of hospitality that exceeds guests' expectations. They are warm, outgoing, authentically amazing, and want to be inspired, challenged, and proud of where they work, embodying a spirit of entrepreneurship and mutual respect. They approach every situation with a YES! attitude and seek to find a solution to all opportunities that arise.

Requirements

• One-year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear, and taste or smell.
• Frequently required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, or tools.
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop.
• Must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

• Preps, prepares and cooks all items needed for daily orders.
• Requisition supplies daily.
• Follows all company’s recipes, and portion sizes when preparing foods following exact specifications.
• Peels, cleans and cuts fruits to be served for breakfast of compotes.
• Cleans vegetables, fruits, and berries for salads, relishes, and gelatin desserts.
• Mixes ingredients for green salads, fruit salads, and potato salad.
• Prepares dressings such as Thousand Island, French, and Roquefort to be served on green salads.
• Prepares cold sandwiches and cheeses.
• If applicable, works sauté line, grill, pizza oven and other cook to order stations.
• Follows the FIFO rotation system (First in, First out).
• Covers, labels, and dates all leftover foods.
• Utilizes leftover foods before opening new products.
• Inspects food and food preparation; including measuring temperatures throughout the preparation process, to maintain quality and sanitation by the FDA and local health departmental codes and company’s stringent standards.
• Some dishwashing is required.
• Provide customer service that is extra ordinary and exceeds the expectations of our customers.
• Follow established policies and guidelines that go beyond simply smiling and greeting customers.
• Have a positive “can-do” attitude.
• Treat others with respect.
• Easily adjust to changes in the workplace.

Benefits

• Amazing earning potential, paid weekly!
• A values-based culture that will engage and empower your growth and development
• A strong training program that will build your guest service skills
• Opportunity for growth within our family of brands
• Benefits available – Including medical, dental, vision, and 401K
• Numerous scholarship opportunities are available to full & part-time team members
• 20% discount at all Bristol Farms and Lazy Acres locations
• $60 credit to Shoes for Crews every 6 months of employment

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree