The position of Cook involves working with other members of our culinary team to prepare eat-in or takeout food products/menu items in addition to the preparation and stocking of items for our grocery and deli department.
Responsibilities include:
• Ensuring that food items are produced according to standardized recipes and are ready for store opening and meal service times
• Displaying creativity and assisting in the creation of daily specials, new menu items in collaboration with Head Chef, Owners, culinary team members
• Developing and maintaining positive relationships with front-of-house staff and customers alike; enjoys acting as a ‘culinary’ presence in the front-of-house
• Working collaboratively with the Head Chef and other culinary staff to ensure consistency and standardization of food and service requirements
• Preparing sandwiches, salads, entrées, desserts, for both take-out and dine-in customers, during peak service times, as necessary
• Working in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and internal health and safety policies and procedures
Qualifications:
• Graduate of a recognized culinary program, preferred
• Passionate about Italian food!
• Two years experience in the preparation of pasta, pizza dough and other Italian dishes, preferred
• Able to juggle priorities in a fast-paced, multifaceted, service environment
• Truly enjoys working with, and contributing to the success of, a great team
• Available to work on weekends