Specialty Cook- Fine Dining

Job Purpose:

The Specialty Cook is primarily responsible for production and preparation of specialty food/menu items for guest consumption, and utilizes only approved recipes, cooking methods and ingredients as set by Food & Beverage/Culinary Management.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

(Note: Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at the sole discretion of Sycuan Management at any time)

• Maintains the efficiency of kitchen operations

• Assists with maintaining designated workstation throughout all levels of business flow

• Ensures that recipes, flavor profiles, consistency in quality, appearance and production time are adhered to.

• Ensures food service lines are fully stocked for forecasted business flow and restock as needed.

• Possesses good understanding of the food rotation method "FIFO" and is directly responsible for ensuring labels and dating all food items on their designated stations.

• Ensures all food items are within expiration dates or if not that they are disposed of and properly logged on waste sheets.

• Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

Job Specifications

Education and Experience

Essential:

• Current San Diego County approved food handler card (in person, not online course)
• 6 months specialty cooking experience to include- woks, smokers, grills or sushi rolling

Desirable:

• High School Diploma, High School Certificate of Completion, or G.E.D.

• Supervisory experience

• Culinary degree

• California Driver's License in good standing

Skills and Knowledge

Essential:

• Working knowledge of safe food handling practices

• Ability to work effectively with team members and guests

• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language

• Ability to provide guidance to staff

• Ability to follow recipes and read production sheets

• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure

• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations

• Ability to understand verbal directives and written instructions

• Ability to routinely lift and carry 50 pounds

• Ability to accept constructive criticism

• Ability to stand and walk for up to 8 hours at a time

• Ability to bend, stoop, push and pull

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks

• Ability to work in a smoking environment

• Ability to appear for work on time

• Ability to work days, nights, weekends and holidays

Desirable:

• Multi Lingual

Supervisory/Managerial Accountability:

Direct: None

Indirect: None

Other details

• Pay Type Hourly

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