Food Preparation Specialist

1 week ago

Fredericksburg, United States Silver Diner Development, LLC Full time

If you have a passion for hospitality, connecting with people, and serving great food on the cutting edge of hot trends, Silver Diner is the place for you

At Silver Diner, we believe in a culture where we put our people first and empower them to thrive both professionally and personally.

Our dedication to nurturing our growth through the growth of our people leads the industry for internal promotions, with more than 60% of our managers and ALL of our General Manager and Area Directors having been promoted from within. We offer more than a job for today. We offer a career path for the future

OUR MISSION - TO BE THE BEST WE CAN BE

  • OUR PEOPLE - Our people are our most precious resource. Our success as a company is totally dependent on our peoples success as professionals and individuals.
  • OUR PRODUCT - We believe in executing our product 100% right and never serving any product to our customers, which doesnt meet these high standards.
  • OUR GUESTS - The answer is yes. Now what is the Question?' We strive never to say no to any guests request. We are passionate in our mission to deliver beyond what is expected.
  • OUR GROWTH - We believe that growth and profits are an outgrowth of excellence in executing our mission. We will not grow at the sacrifice of our mission of executing excellence.

We are looking for contagiously friendly, warm, and energetic people to be the heart of our kitchens.

Our line cooks prepare a feast for the eyes from recipes created by our award winning executive chef Ype Von Hengst.

This position is a fit for anyone looking to grow a career in the culinary arts. You will learn about flavor profiles, food trends from around the world, every station in the kitchen and the opportunity for growth and promotion through our hat development program.

  • Career development ladder with opportunities to learn new skills in the kitchen and promotions.
  • Weekends and holiday availability is required for this position.

We offer:

  • Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401K plan. Employee Assistance Program.
  • Perks: Meal Discounts. Gym membership discounts, work shoe discounts and more
  • Opportunity for Growth: We offer the opportunity for growth, including becoming a trainer, supervisor, and manager. Over 60% of our managers and 100% of our GMs were promoted from within.

Be a part of one of the busiest restaurants in America and grow with one of the hottest concept category leaders today

About Silver Diner Development LLC:

  • A USA Today Top Workplace 2024 Winner
  • One of Washington Post's 'Most Diverse Places to Work'
  • Winner of the Blackbox Intelligence Best Practices Award Employer of Choice for Family Dining in 2020, 2022 and 2023

Silver Diner is a leader in the casual dining segment.

Our award winning Fresh & Local Menu with surprising flexitarian & healthy options bridges the gap between tablecloth restaurants and ho-hum fast food. We make our cuisine with the highest quality ingredients from our direct partnerships with over 15 local farms that focus on organic and sustainable farming.

Were looking for contagiously friendly and CARING people who truly love hospitality to be a part of our family. We believe in a warm, friendly atmosphere with a deep familiarity for our guests. Its a fast-paced and fun environment where everyone is enabled to achieve their personal best.

We firmly believe: People Are Our Most Precious Resource.

Job Description

The following position description is not all-inclusive and is subject to change.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Line Cook is responsible for preparing and/or directing the preparation of Silver Diner menu items to be served complying to applicable sanitation, health, & personal hygiene standards and in accordance with Silver Diner specs.

RESPONSIBIITIES:

  • Ensure:
    • Every menu is prepared & plated completely to spec
    • Cooking procedures are followed
    • Know specs for all menu items in your station
    • Stock ingredients & supplies ahead of need and as you go
    • Complete temperature checks prior to & after the rush
    • Maintain a clean & organized station, clean as you go.
    • Understand and adhere to all safety, sanitation, health & personal hygiene standards
    • Store ingredients properly at all times & employing FIFO (First In, First Out)
    • Report necessary equipment repair and maintenance to KM
    • Work as part of a team, communicating clearly and constructively

BRAND DELIVERY:

  • Be on time for work
  • Maintain a positive, fun-oriented attitude to your work
  • Keep yourself, your uniform and your station sparkling clean at all times
  • Strictly follow all uniform standards
  • Knowledge of SMG scoring standards for Quality, Speed of Service & Accuracy of Order
  • Know the Silver Diner Food Brand statement

COST BALANCING:

  • Properly portion all menu items according to spec
  • Ensure all menu items are purchased. No menu item is prepare without being entered into the POS.
  • Track any waste

Other Duties & Tasks:

  • Perform any additional duties or tasks as reasonably assigned by managers.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

  • Ticket times of less than 15 to 20 minutes
  • Guests satisfaction with food quality & presentation
  • Timely re-cooks
  • Station cleanliness & organization

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Silver Diner values education from on-the-job learning demonstrated through consistent career growth as well as formal education.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Minimum: 1-2 years experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry. Prior experience as a Cook is a plus but not required.

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS

  • Exceptional aptitude for Guest Service
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Contagiously friendly, outgoing & energetic
  • Organized
  • Sense of urgency
  • Able to multi-task
  • Able to think & act quickly while maintaining self-composure
  • Able to meet all schedule requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The work area includes: food, refrigeration, knives, toasters, microwaves, steam kettles, broilers, ovens, flattops, steam tables, plates/bowls, slippery floors, and, at times, high temperatures. It is a physically intense environment requiring stamina and the ability to tolerate heat, walk-in coolers, lift/maneuver boxes weighing up to 50 pounds, and stand/walk on hard surfaces for 10-12 hours per day. Able to continuously reach, bend, lift, carry, stoop and wipe. Able to tolerate proper use of cleaning & sanitizing products.

Keyword: Line Cook
Required Experience:

Cooking experience is preferred.

Must have weekend and holiday availability.

Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.

Must be 18 or older.

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