Kitchen Cook SUMO McAllen

Cook

At SUMO our cooks are responsible for providing a pleasurable dining experience for our customers by preparing high quality food; must manage all aspects of food preparation and production in an environment that meets sanitation guidelines. Must have the ability to work with other staff members in the facility, to undertake and complete multiple tasks, and maintain a quality product.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintaining all kitchen equipment cleanliness and annual maintenance.
• Prepares recipes as directed by supervisor
• Maintains full knowledge of food items
• Maintains a safe, clean, sanitized, organized, and stocked work area
• Prepare food items for customers as requested, including special requests, in a timely and consistent manner
• Knead, shape, cut, or roll food products by hand
• Measure or weigh ingredients for food preparation
• Prepare appetizers, salads, or cold dishes
• Check Food before it is served to customers
• Control and minimize waste
• Comply with outlined safety regulations and procedures
• Other duties assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED required
• 2-3 years food service or restaurant experience preferred
• Strong working knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods, and safety and sanitation process
• Must be able to obtain Food Handlers permit within two weeks after employment
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow recipes

Physical Requirements:

• Lift up to 20 lbs.
• Remain on your feet for several hours at a time

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