Cook

General Summary : Assists Kitchen Manager in preparing food by performing the following duties:

• Responsible for the efficient flow of food in the kitchen while maintaining levels of food safety and sanitation to Rib Crib standards.
• Washes, peels, cuts and prepares vegetables and side items.
• Cleans, cuts, prepares and smokes meats and poultry.
• Knows how to correctly measure food weights and portion sizes.
• Carries pans, containers, and trays of food to and from work stations, smokers and refrigerators.
• Cleans work areas, equipment, and utensils, segregates and removes garbage at shift change or when necessary, and steam cleans or hoses garbage containers.
• Knowledgeable in the use of cleaning products and how to use them safely according to instructions.
• Observes safety procedures with regards to the use of kitchen supplies and equipment both correctly and safely throughout the shift.
• Demonstrates a willingness to assume any responsibility or perform any task (“shift to assist”) regardless of nature to demonstrate that teamwork is part of the operating culture. All other duties as assigned.

• Capable of reading kitchen prep books and manuals as required to prepare food recipes.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at once.
• Proficient use of restaurant equipment including but not limited to such things as convection ovens, grills, fryers, smokers, steam tables, microwaves, etc.

Education & Experience : Six months previous job-related experience as determined by management.

Certifications/Licenses: Food Handler’s Permit where applicable.