Kitchen - Salad Station

Steam/Salad Station Summary of Position: To prepare steam/salad and related orders for the restaurant and to assure the smooth operation of the steam/salad station of the kitchen by performing the following duties: Duties and Responsibilities: Report to your shift on time, in a clean and presentable uniform, ready to work, and clock in. Complete opening and/or closing duties in accordance with approved procedures. Apply knowledge of full menu including the pizza numbering system, and other restaurant information such as hours of business, types of payment and other restaurant policies. Answer telephone as needed in a professional manner, and able to answer any customer inquiries with regard to the restaurant, and/or place the caller on hold. Knowledge of steam table, fryers, electric oven, slicers, can openers, knives and other preparatory utensils (as applicable). Perform any and all prep-work as needed such as heating/preparing of sauces, soups, and other food products for placement on the steam table. Perform any and all prep-work as needed such as slicing, chopping and shredding of meats, cheeses, vegetables and other food products. Ensure that the steam/salad table(s) is/are fully stocked with fresh items for the start of the shift. Maintain work areas in a clean and sanitized manner in compliance with state health and safety regulations. Maintain and stock the steam/salad station, freezers, refrigerators and store room with food products daily. Prepare all steam/salad station orders prior to and during meal time periods according to individual guest orders, and the Aurelio’s portion and quality control standards of the menu. Communicate as needed with servers in a professional manner regarding any questions/concerns with customer orders. Examine, uncrate and store incoming food supplies in storage and refrigeration areas appropriately. Ensure leftover/unused food products are stored/restocked or disposed of properly. Ensure steam/salad station’s appliances and equipment have been cleaned (and turned off at the end of each work day) at the end of your shift. Able to lead and direct the work of others within the department. Communicate customer, order, and/or employee difficulties to management. Communicate any health and/or safety concerns or violations immediately to management. Communicate to management any shortage of particular stock. Conform to restaurant policies and procedures at all times. Must be capable of going outside the general responsibilities of the department to ensure proper customer service for our customers. Attend all scheduled/mandatory meetings and/or training sessions as needed. Qualifications: Previous restaurant experience required. Must be an honest, dependable and reliable individual with a high level of integrity, who possesses a clear understanding of teamwork with a high level of energy and sense of urgency. Must have the highest level of customer service skills while able to multi-task, being adaptable to the changing restaurant environment. Must possess strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. Must possess and maintain valid required State Food Handler’s certification. Must be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time, as well as maneuver throughout the entire restaurant easily (up to 5 hours) in hot conditions. Be able to safely lift and easily maneuver trays of food frequently weighing up to 100 pounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aurelios Pizza