Culinary Assistant

1 week ago

Orlando, Florida, United States Palmas Restaurant Group Full time
About Palmas Restaurant Group

Palmas Restaurant Group is a leading food and beverage operator at Walt Disney World, with a rich history dating back to 1982. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional dining experiences through our commitment to quality, service, and innovation.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Prep Chef/Chef Assistant to join our team at Rix Sports Bar. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will be responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality food items, maintaining kitchen cleanliness and safety standards, and assisting our chefs in daily operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare food items according to recipe and food safety guidelines
  • Maintain food costs through portion control and minimizing waste
  • Document food safety procedures through daily logs
  • Set up and break down kitchen stations
  • Clean and sanitize kitchen areas and equipment
  • Safely and properly operate food preparation equipment
  • Receive food shipments and properly store food items
  • Assist chefs in daily kitchen operations as needed
  • Communicate effectively with chefs, kitchen team, and entire restaurant team
  • Train kitchen team members as needed
Requirements
  • Minimum of 4 years culinary experience; culinary education strongly preferred
  • Previous experience supervising kitchen operations preferred
  • Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Must have or be able to obtain a State of Florida Food Safety Certificate
  • Must have extensive knowledge of food safety - including proper holding temperatures, cooking temperatures, date marking procedures, cleaning and sanitizing procedures etc.
  • Must be highly skilled in food preparation and cooking techniques - including knife skills, sauting, grilling, braising, baking, frying etc.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
  • Must be able to perform all necessary job functions
  • Must be able to stand and be mobile for up to 4 consecutive hours
  • Must be able to function in narrow spaces, such as those found in kitchens and dining rooms
  • Must be able to lift and carry equipment/food up to 50 pounds
  • Must possess dexterity in lifting and carrying trays and other restaurant items
  • Must be able to push and pull (carts, doors etc.)
  • Must be able to reach, bend, kneel, stoop and crouch
  • Must be able to perform repetitive tasks
  • Must be able to complete work duties in a variety of environmental conditions, including coolers, freezers, kitchen environments and outdoors
  • Must be able to work with foods containing various food allergens
  • Must be able to communicate and interact politely and effectively with guests of all types
  • Must be able to effectively satisfy guest demands
  • Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Basic communication in the English language is necessary; ability to communicate in Spanish a plus
  • Must be available to work weekends and holidays
  • Must be able to arrive for all assigned shifts on-time
  • Must be able to comply company appearance guidelines
Why Join Our Team?

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with a focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences. You will also have access to competitive pay rates, great benefits, and Disney perks.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer and welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.

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