Oyster Shucker-Pelham [Shuck-PLHM]

Oyster ShuckerAccurately & efficiently prepare oysters for raw and cooked consumption. Perform other duties in the areas while maintaining a clean, safe and sanitary work area.Duties and ResponsibilitiesAn Oyster Shucker is responsible for ensuring the Oyster bar is prepared based on established procedures. To provide assistance to kitchen manager and kitchen staff with food preparation. Reading and following established recipes and plating requirements as set by GCRG. The Oyster Shucker provides fast, accurate shucking of Oysters. When applicable, the Oyster Bar is centrally located in the dining room of the restaurant. Interaction with guests and a positive attitude will be a large part of your responsibility. Must know details of oysters serving daily; harvest area, size, and salinity.Essential FunctionsShucks fresh oysters, preparatory to fresh packingHolds shellfish firmly and forces shucking knife between halves of shell at hinge junctureTwists knife to sever muscles holding shell closed pries openCuts shellfish from shell, serves it on appropriate tray.May break off edges of shells before shucking.Cleans & prepares shellfish for serving to customers.Sprays shellfish when needed.Ensure oyster bar is properly prepared based on established proceduresProvide assistance to kitchen manager and kitchen staff with food preparationFollow established recipes and plating requirements as set by GCRG.Rotates oysters daily, oldest on top.Provide fast, accurate shucking of oystersRestock all items through each shiftEnsure all tools and equipment are properly stored and safely usedAbility to follow daily HACCP sanitation proceduresFollow all relevant health department rules and regulationsStores oyster tags as manger request.CompetenciesCustomer/Client FocusCommunication ProficiencyOrganizational SkillsPresentation SkillsTeamwork OrientationTime ManagementStress managementWork EnvironmentJob operates in a kitchen and routinely uses sinks, shuck knives, chain-mesh gloves, and oyster cleaning stations.Physical DemandsMust be able to work all areas of the restaurant and operate kitchen equipment. Position requires standing, bending, lifting, kneeling, and walking the entire workday. Must have the ability to lift 35 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.Must vision ability, hearing ability with eye and hand coordination. Must have professional communication skills. Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time and maintain exceptional hygiene and grooming habits.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work.TravelSome travel is expected for this position.RequirementsExperience and EducationRequiredHigh School diploma or equivalentPreferredPrevious experience in a commercial kitchen, basic knife skills, knowledge of standard cooking methods preferred. Must have the ability to understand and apply written and verbal instruction. We have a thorough training program to prepare you for success in your position.Previous shucking experience.AAP/EEP StatementGulf Coast Restaurant Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in all locations where GCRG operates. GCRG is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.