Cafe Cook

__ Wild Thyme Café & Market is your local stop for fresh, flavorful bites in the heart of Pasco County's first neighborhood farm. From breakfast and coffee to shareables and fine wines, our menu brings farm-to-table goodness to every meal. JOBSUMMARY: Line and Prep Cooks meticulously prepare food according to precise instructions and proficiently set up stations for our menu items. The ideal candidate will make a significant contribution to ensuring our customers' satisfaction. Not only does this person work in the kitchen, but may frequently interact with our guests to create Wild Thyme Cafe is an intimate neighborhood setting within the Welcome Center at Angeline. Our guests include residents, realtors, and other visitors to the area. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Clean, organize, stock, and maintain stations with all required supplies Work with Turbo Chef equipment Prepare ingredients for service, including tasks such as chopping vegetables, assembling sandwiches, preparing sauces, etc. Thoroughly clean the station and manage leftover food appropriately Maintain inventory levels as needed Ensure that dishes are served simultaneously, meeting high-quality standards, and adhering to timely service Adhere to sanitation regulations as well as safety and appearance guidelines Ensure proper food safe temperatures, utilizing thermometers and logs Keep up-to-date on all food ingredients and follow internal policies referring to food allergies Follow and report on instructions provided by the management team Maintain a professional and positive demeanor while interacting with coworkers and customers Follow and report on instructions provided by the management team Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: HS Diploma or equivalent preferred Food & Beverage Safety certifications (we will provide training/certification if needed) Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment Outstanding communication, customer service, and cash handling skills preferred Experience using Focus or other POS a plus Energetic, enthusiastic, and reliable Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. if needed You must be able to work indoors in a high-temperature environment while standing for extended periods of time. Wild Thyme Cafe is open during the following hours. You must have flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Monday-Wednesday: 10am-6pm Thursday: 10am-7pm Friday-Saturday: 10am-9pm Sunday: 11am-6pm BENEFITS: Employee Discount Program, including Lagoon entry, F&B/Merchandise discounts, and more! E.O.E. MetroLagoons does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, or any other class protected by law. ** **