The Gist

Responsible for the preparation of food in a timely, efficient, sanitary and consistent manner. Must be prepared to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure work environment, while maintaining the organizational ability to identify and act on job duties quickly and effectively. Must be prepared to work as a team member in a dynamic workplace, follow all safety procedures, and have a high threshold for heat in a kitchen environment.

What You'll Do

• Set up stations and collect all necessary supplies to prepare menu for service.

• Prepares a variety of foods; meat, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items including pre-preparation of ingredients for entrees (salad station, sandwich station, etc.) as well as cooking on various kitchen equipment (broilers, ovens, grills, etc.)
• Properly handle raw or prepared foods and non-food supplies; cover, date, correctly store & rotate food items.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
• Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
• Use food preparation tools in accordance with manufactures instructions.

• Close the kitchen correctly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations.
• Always maintain a prepared and sanitary work area.
• Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances.
• Make sure all storage areas are tidy and all products are stored appropriately.

• Constantly use safe and hygienic food handling practices.
• Returns dirty food preparation utensils to the appropriate areas.
• Able to operate dishwashing equipment as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by Kitchen Manager or Lead Cook.

What We're Lookin' For

• At least (2) year experience in a food service preparing meals.
• Must have ability to take directions and effectively perform quality work.
• Ability to produce high quality food in a fast paced environment.
• Positive, customer service-oriented attitude at all times.

• Strong knowledge of sanitary practices.
• Maintains proper grooming and dress code standards.
• Work ethic encourages strong urgency and quality in a team environment.
• Ability to work with other staff members in the facility.
• Ability to undertake and complete multiple tasks.

• Attention to detail.

KeyRelationships

• Reports directly to Kitchen Manager
• Frequent interaction with Kitchen and taproom teams

Physical Stuff

• Requires long periods of standing; moderate physical efforts including but not limited to standing, carrying, bending, stretching, stooping, pulling, pushing, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work flexible/rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and/or overtime as needed.
• Working conditions involve noise, changes in temperature, kitchen elements such as heat, moisture, etc.

• May be required to work indoors/outdoors as required for various events.