Cook Job Description:

Prepares food for clients. Streamlines work from back of house to front of house.

Cook Job Duties:

Cleans food preparation areas as determined by law and company policy

Prepares foods to the specifications of the restaurants recipes

Prepares food before the arrival of guests

Makes adjustments to food items to accommodate guests with allergies or specific diet concerns

Manages other employees in the kitchen

Acts as liaison to front-of-house employees to ensure proper food service temperature

Seasons food according to recipes or company needs

Operates various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer

Portions, arranges, and garnishes food based on client preference

Assists other cooks during the food assembly process

Estimates expected food consumption and organizes preparation

Butchers and cooks animal meat based on the restaurant atmosphere

Prepares any necessary sauces or accompaniments before meal service begins

Stays open until the last customer leaves

Cleans up after business hours

Communicates with GM about how to improve meal service

Cook Skills and Qualifications:

Basic Computational Skills, Organizational Skills, Verbal Communication, Culinary Arts, Kitchen Equipment Knowledge, Butchering, Knowledge of International Cuisines, Creativity, Interpersonal Skills, Culinary Arts Training Preferred.