Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Opportunity for advancement

At Mamaws Cafe & Catering, we're dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where great food and friendly service go hand in hand.

Join us in our mission to prioritize customer satisfaction, employee well-being, and community engagement as we aim to become the top choice for dining experiences.

As a food preparation expert, your responsibilities will include accurately portioning and cooking various food items such as meats, fish, vegetables, and soups. Your attention to detail will ensure that all hot menu items are perfectly garnished with appropriate accompaniments, making them look as enticing as they taste. Additionally, you will be expected to perform other tasks related to food preparation and plating, working efficiently to ensure that everything is prepared to the highest standard.

Activities & Responsibilities Primary

• Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with the mission of Mamaws Caf & Catering where our mission is to enrich the lives of our guests and our employees. We do this through superior quality food and beverages, legendary customer service, sales growth, cost controls, and treating our employees like family. We believe that our employees are our most important resource, and our success depends upon creating and retaining a staff capable of delivering an exceptional dining experience to every customer, every time.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
• Ensure food is stored and cooked at the correct temperature by regulating the temperature of ovens, grills, fryers, and other kitchen equipment.
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
• Consistently comply with the restaurants standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
• Responsible for the quality of products served.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to support a smooth service period.
• Handles, stores, and rotates all food products and supplies according to restaurant policies and procedures.
• Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking.
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
• Bake and roast meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes.
• Wash, peel, and cut vegetables to prepare them for consumption.
• Carve and trim meats such as beef, ham, pork, and steaks for hot or cold service or sandwiches.
• Substitute for or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods.
• Close the kitchen following the closing checklist for kitchen stations and assist others in closing the kitchen.
• Attending all scheduled employee meetings and offering suggestions for improvement.
• Coordinate with and assist fellow employees to meet guests needs and support the restaurant's operation.
• Fill in for fellow employees where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations.

Reports Kitchen Manager

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