Job Overview
Join our vibrant culinary team as a Kitchen Prep and Hibachi Grill Cook, where your passion for food and exceptional cooking skills will shine! In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for preparing ingredients, executing high-quality hibachi dishes, and maintaining a lively, efficient kitchen environment. Your expertise in food safety, food production, and culinary techniques will help deliver memorable dining experiences to our guests. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary artistry while working in a fast-paced, energetic setting that values teamwork and innovation.
Duties
- Prepare fresh ingredients through precise chopping, slicing, marinating, and portioning to ensure readiness for hibachi cooking and other menu items.
- Operate and maintain kitchen equipment such as grills, knives, fryers, and food prep stations safely and efficiently.
- Cook hibachi dishes with skillful technique, including grilling meats, vegetables, seafood, and managing various cooking methods like braising and poaching.
- Follow strict food safety sanitizing procedures to uphold cleanliness standards and prevent cross-contamination.
- Assist in menu planning by preparing ingredients according to recipes while adhering to quality standards and presentation guidelines.
- Support food production for high-volume service periods, ensuring timely meal preparation without compromising quality.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment by regularly sanitizing work surfaces, tools, and equipment in compliance with food safety management protocols.
- Collaborate with team members to deliver excellent food service experiences while adhering to recipe specifications and portion control.
Experience
- Proven experience in food handling within a restaurant or catering environment, preferably with fine dining or high-volume production backgrounds.
- Demonstrated proficiency in culinary techniques such as grilling, braising, poaching, knife skills, and meal preparation.
- Prior experience operating kitchen equipment safely in a fast-paced setting is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of food safety management practices including sanitizing procedures and proper food handling protocols.
- Background in menu planning or culinary arts with an understanding of recipe adherence and food presentation standards.
- Experience working in the food industry with a focus on customer service or serving roles is advantageous.
- Familiarity with dietary aide responsibilities or dietary department experience can be beneficial for accommodating special requests or dietary restrictions.
Embark on a culinary journey where your skills make a real impact! We’re looking for energetic professionals eager to bring flavor and excitement to every dish while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality. If you thrive in lively environments and are passionate about crafting exceptional meals, we want to hear from you!
Pay: From $22.67 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
