Line Cook, Creekside Cafe - Santa Ynez - ref. e52357015

Overview:

Responsible for preparing menu items for the dining facilities, following proper procedures and established recipes.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares a variety of meats, poultry, and seafood, using different cooking techniques and according to standard procedures.
• Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipes to prepare soups, salads, gravies, and casseroles.
• May add seasonings to menu items, using own personal judgment.
• Delivers exceptional guest service (i.e., prompt, friendly, professional, and responsive) at applicable food outlets, using proper greeting and departure phrases and service standards established by F&B management.
• Confers with back of the house staff and management to plan menus and perform related activities for applicable outlets and special events.
• Reads menus to estimate food requirements from storage.
• Investigates food quality.
• Keeps the floor area in the line clear of debris and slipping hazards.
• At the end of each work shift, ensures work stations, cooking ranges, and associated equipment have been properly cleared of cookware and food items, and the surfaces of equipment and stations are completely cleaned and sanitized.
• May work in different areas/outlets as business or staffing needs dictate.
• Performs special projects as assigned by culinary management.
• Organizes and expedites menu items.
• Assists in receiving and storing food supplies.
• If stationed at applicable food outlet, provides information on resort amenities, events, promotions, etc. in order to increase levels of guest service.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate preferred.
• Must have prior experience in garnish, pantry, line cook, baking, butchering, or related area.
• General knowledge of the preparation of various food items.
• Must be able to work effectively within a team.
• Basic English reading, writing, and conversation skills.
• Must be able to read labels, ingredients, and instructions, and write basic lists, notes, and directions; able to converse effectively with co-workers and understand directions.
• Able to maintain composure at times of high volume.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules and hours, including nights, weekends, special events, and holidays.
• Must follow safety guidelines and grooming standards.
• Must maintain uniforms, using proper washing and ironing techniques, if applicable.
• Must obtain food handler card within 30 days of employment.
• Must apply for, receive, and maintain a Gaming License from the Tribal Gaming Agency.
• Native American hiring preference applies.

Location: 3400 Highway 246

Minimum Pay Rate: $20.03 per hour

Maximum Pay Rate: $21.87 per hour