Cook

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare a variety of dishes ranging from meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other items using the restaurant’s established recipes
• Prepare dishes by cooking in fryers, ovens, grills and a variety of kitchen equipment
• Assume responsibility for quality of products served
• Comply consistently with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service 
• Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
• Prepare items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
• Handle, store and rotate all products properly
• Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
• Perform related duties such as helping to wash dishes as needed, preparing recycling and cleaning around the kitchen
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation at all times; performs closing clean-up duties
• Uphold company safety and sanitation requirements to ensure the health and safety of our guests and employees