Saute Cook

Fabio Viviani Hospitality Group•Bradenton, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Tuscany and Florida share three distinct traits: a warm sun, wonderful people, and a passion for fresh air and good food. Nowhere is that more evident than Taverna Toscana, an authentic Italian chophouse that blends culinary excellence with modern leisure .Located in Bradenton, Florida’s friendliest city, Taverna Toscana’s indoor/outdoor concept is buzzing with families, foodies, CEOs and couples alike. The steaks are aged to perfection, the pasta is made from scratch, the drinks are crafted with care, and the decor draws the mind to Italy itself. It’s not a hidden gem. It’s a bold statement. And it’s calling for you. It is an exciting opportunity and we look forward to hearing from you soon. Partnership & Hiring Note: Taverna Toscana is a partner restaurant of Fabio Viviani Hospitality Group. While we collaborate closely with the FVH team, all open positions are hired directly by Taverna Toscana.

Requirements

Passion for food and ensuring an excellent dining experience for all guests
Energetic and genuine positive attitude while interacting with team-members and all guests
Experience in kitchen preparation and /or cooking
Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and team-members
Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 20+ pounds
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours)

Responsibilities

Provide quality, and genuine, hospitality in a timely manner
Ensure that guest’s feel important and welcome in the restaurant
Chop, slice, and prepare ingredients necessary for sautéed dishes, including vegetables, meats, and sauces.
Skillfully sauté dishes as per recipes or instructions, ensuring consistency and high-quality output.
Skillfully sauté dishes as per recipes or chef's instructions, ensuring consistency and high-quality output.
Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served
Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures
Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period
Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment, etc.
Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
Handles, stores and rotates all products properly
Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen
Adheres to all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned