Nighttime Culinary Specialist

2 months ago


Antioch, California, United States Franchisee Full time

Compensation: Up to $22.00/hour


POSITION OVERVIEW

As a Nighttime Culinary Specialist, your role transcends merely following recipes. You have the power to create dishes that can uplift spirits and provide comfort. Your culinary creations are not just meals; they are experiences that can transform a guest's evening. This is why precision and passion are essential in your work. You're not just preparing food; you're nurturing and satisfying our guests.

A Culinary Specialist at our establishment embodies a "Guests First" philosophy, ensuring that meals are prepared according to established recipes while adhering to the highest standards of food safety and presentation. Responsibilities include:

  • Accommodating guest requests for customized orders
  • Accurately managing kitchen operations
  • Maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen
  • Monitoring food waste and adhering to cost control measures
  • Offering assistance to team members proactively
  • Ensuring complete guest satisfaction

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the General Manager and Kitchen Manager, the Nighttime Culinary Specialist is responsible for preparing and presenting meals according to our menu and operational standards. Compliance with all food safety regulations at the federal, state, and local levels is mandatory.

Key Functions

  • Ability to lift and transport supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs during shifts; placing items on high and low shelves as necessary
  • Capability to bend, stoop, reach, wipe, lift, and grasp
  • Mobility to navigate a confined kitchen environment
  • Familiarity with all menu items
  • Ability to read and interpret tickets, recipes, and product specifications
  • Effective hearing skills in a bustling kitchen to respond to team and guest needs
  • Compliance with health regulations concerning food handling
  • Ability to work with potentially hazardous substances
  • Tolerance for extreme temperature variations in kitchen and storage areas

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Ability to ensure that food is prepared and presented according to brand standards
  • Basic math skills, including understanding units of measure
  • Compliance with health regulations regarding food handling
  • Ability to pass all necessary training and assessments for the role
  • Flexibility to work varied schedules, including weekends and holidays
  • Strong guest service skills
  • Dependability and ability to follow instructions
  • Proficient communication skills in English, both written and verbal
  • Respect for diversity and the ability to work collaboratively with others

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to stand and walk for approximately 85%-95% of the shift; lift and carry items weighing between 10-65 lbs; move freely throughout the kitchen; operate kitchen equipment safely.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal employment opportunities and the ability to perform essential job functions.