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Cook Oyster Bar

$17 - $23 per hour

Water Grill South Coast Plaza

Job Description

Job Description



For over 25 years, the Water Grill has sated the palates of seafood lovers in Southern California. Hailed as "the best seafood in Southern California" by the internationally recognized Zagat Guide, Water Grill consistently offers dazzling fish preparations of superior quality and freshness. 

Competitive hourly rate $17 - $23 / hour depending on experience + tips.

We keep it reel!  Free shift meals, premium benefits, an amazing culinary family, growth opportunities, and more!  Are you hooked yet?

What do we bring to the table?

  • Growth Opportunities
  • Great training and commitment to promotions from within!
  • Teamwork / Flexible Hours
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Generous Dining Discount
  • Professionalism
  • Productive Environment
  • Strong company culture
  • Delicious food in a beautiful restaurant!

The oyster bar is the heart of our culinary experience. As the Oyster Bar Cook you will be in the main dining room interacting with guests and preparing raw bar dishes for guests throughout the restaurant. You have the ability to work with seasonal, pristine, fresh product on a daily basis. You will be the ambassador for all seafood and share your knowledge with guests who dine around the oyster bar.  

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum of 18 years of age.
  • Any previous culinary training.
  • High school graduate, some college
  • Current CA Food Handlers Card
  • Ability to satisfactorily communicate verbal and written English with Guests, management and co-workers.
  • Ability to maintain complete knowledge of all cooking techniques which are required to prepare restaurant menu items.
  • Ability to maintain complete knowledge of all menu and special items, their preparation method/time, all ingredients and quality standards, taste, appearance, texture, temperature, garnish and method of presentation.
  • Ability to maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of food serving and preparation equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS –  all to be completed in accordance with restaurant standards .

  • Communicate with all Guests regarding raw bar products and service the guests sitting at the Oyster bar stools. 
  • Prepare necessary food items for meal period and next service.
  • Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned station and service areas.
  • Cook for scheduled meal period.
  • Complete opening/closing duties as assigned
  • Remove soiled wares from station as assigned and transport to dishwashing area. 
  • Follow Manager’s instruction.
  • Follow maintenance program and cleaning schedule.
  • Alert Chef or Sous Chef as to any deficiencies of food items.
  • Notify management of any pertinent information related to shift activities.
  • Alert Chef and Sous Chef as to any maintenance needs or safety hazards.

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

 

 

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