Cook Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2-4 years of related experience.
• Understand how to use, operate and care of all kitchen equipment.
• Knife skills and cooking terms essential.
• Demonstrates excellent knowledge of all stations on the line.
• Knowledge of basic meat, poultry and fish butchering.
• Knowledge of basic braising, sautéing, grilling, broiling and frying techniques.
• Fluent in English (reading, writing and speaking)
• Excellent communication skills
• Has attention to detail and the ability to follow direction and abide by standard operating procedures.
• Ability to focus for an entire shift, trouble shooting and prioritizing skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in high temperatures.
• Must have or have the ability to obtain a Riverside County Food Handler’s Card.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Food Handlers Permit required or must be willing to obtain.
• Good knife handling skills.
• Good knowledge of basic vegetable, cheese and meat prep with attention to detail.
• Thorough experience with hot and cold food preparation and equipment including slicers, mixers and ovens.
• Ability to work in a clean and professional manner while under pressure.
• Good working knowledge of accepted sanitation standards and health codes.
• Physically willing and able to stand for long periods of time, move quickly to keep up with the demand, and lift/move 40+ lbs.
• Willing and able to work well under pressure and in a high paced work environment.
• Ability to multitask and maintain an organized kitchen.
• Fluent in English.
• Must be a naturally clean and tidy person.
• Must have strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• A positive and hardworking team player.

Responsibilities

• Prepare prep sheets daily, monitor, and establish par levels based on upcoming reservations.
• Take notes following the daily prep list and maintaining prep levels; keeping waste to a minimum and notify management team of any missing items/ ingredients needed for next shift.
• Organize refrigerators and all kitchen storage areas.
• Keep station clean and sanitized at all times during and at the end of the shift.
• Wipe down, sweep, and mop kitchen at the end of the shift including behind and under the equipment, tables and reach in doors.
• Ensure a temperature log of all kitchen refrigerators and freezers is maintained.
• Plan for busy rushes and ensure adequate inventory of ingredients are ready and organized to support kitchen efficiencies.
• Communicate issues that arise to the Management Team for quick resolution.
• Check food and ingredients for freshness.
• Prepare items like meat and cheese boards, flatbreads, panini, fondue on changing menu.
• Arrange and garnish dishes as directed.
• Work well under pressure and within the time limit.
• Ensuring kitchen and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained.
• Demonstrate professional etiquette as set by the Hawks View Winery values and standards
• Support Tasting Room staff in meeting guest requests/demands quickly.
• Understand and adhere to current environmental and safety practices set by the winery.
• Perform additional duties required by management team.

Benefits

• Health, Dental + Vision
• 401K Matching
• 3 Weeks of PTO
• 2 paid holidays (Thanksgiving + Christmas)