Prepping Cook | Culinary

Works under the supervision of the Surf Ranch Executive Sous Chef and Kitchen Manager. The cook is responsible for assisting the culinary team on the execution and preparation of menu items, receiving and processing deliveries, cleaning, and supporting the culinary department as requested by Executive Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager. The position is responsible for ensuring quality meals and service for Surf Ranch guests during their stay. The Cook should familiarize themselves with the guests that are coming to visit Surf Ranch and be knowledgeable of any dietary or allergy restrictions.

What you’ll do

Maintain a high level of cleanliness in the kitchen facilities meeting company standards and health code regulations

Prepare food/maintain facility in accordance with company and health code regulations

Execute recipes and menus accurately and in timely manner

Ensure quality meals and professionally interact with guests on a regular basis

Menu and recipe knowledge including allergens and prep methods

Stay up to date on company email correspondence regarding guest days and menu planning

Assist with dishes and cleaning kitchen

Organize and put away food deliveries

Complete inventory as requested

Knows and complies consistently with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, policies and procedures.

Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.

Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, ovens, and refrigeration equipment.

Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.

Handles, stores and rotates all products properly utilizing FIFO and food date labeling

Disposes of trash/recycling/grease properly

Avoids waste, spoilage or mistakes in preparation of food

Refrains from making or serving food not on the menu and/or not specifically requested from people leader for guest service

Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of food preparation and handling

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Previous experience serving as Cook in a professional kitchen operation or food truck

Basic knife skills, portioning, grilling and proper food labeling and storage.

Following recipes and prep methods as directed.

Food Safety Manager Certification and/or CA Food Handler Permit

Experience in hospitality services environment

Knowledge of guest menu requests and ability to work around allergy or dietary restrictions

Personal Attributes

Exceptional work ethic

Exceptional attention to detail

Optimism and energy for the brand and its future

An open and collaborative nature

Teamwork

Working Conditions / Physical requirements (if applicable)

This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day.

Must be physically able to chop and prepare produce, wipe down surfaces, reach, twist, bend and be able to pick up debris from floor or items from storage spaces; able to carry 25 or more pounds.

Ability to work and maneuver in small or confined spaces, such as cupboards, refrigerators, and food storage areas.

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