Salad Cook

Position Purpose: this person is responsible for salads and salad bar, practicing accurate batch preparation for fresh service. Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Clean vegetables, mix ingredients, prepare plates of vegetables,
• Prepare dressings, based on recipes when needed.
• Follow recipes, portion control, and presentation specifications using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of ingredients and dishes according to brand standards.
• Acquire the knowledge to operate pasta making and cooking equipment.
• Setup your station with all needed ingredients, prep and utensils at the start and end of service
• Restock all items as needed throughout the shift.
• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices.
• Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking.
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
• Observe/test foods to determine if cooked sufficiently, by tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve food to staff or patrons.
• Substitute for or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods.
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested by the Chef, Sous Chef or Kitchen manager at any time.
• Clean and maintain station while practicing exceptional safety, sanitation, and organizational skills.
• Understand and demonstrate proper use and maintenance of all kitchen equipment.
• Assist with cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.
• Receive and organize deliveries ensuring count and weight on invoices to maintain costs.
• Constantly exposed to heat sources to prepare meals.
• Always maintain professional demeanor with all staff.
• Notify General Manager or Chef if there is a shortage of ingredients, utensils, or sanitation items.
• Notify General Manager or Chef if there is any pest activity.
• Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, and utensils in clean and orderly condition.
• Clean and prepare various foods for cooking or serving if asked by chef.

• The ability to work as part of a team, and personal cleanliness.
• Very basic food handling, preparation, and cleaning skills are welcomed.
• Time management and ability to work under pressure to manage high volume of production.
• Active listening and learning skills.
• Reading and speaking comprehension skills.
• Discipline to follow set standards.
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs