Oceanside - BOH - Cook

Who You Are...As a member of our Crew Member team, you will create a positive environment for our guests by providing amazing food and excellent customer service. You will work with other team members to ensure guests satisfaction. We'll provide the training you need to feel confident working at any station - fry, cashier, prep, seasoning, breading and expo.Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Include the following, other duties may be assigned)Knowledge of company recipes and preparationEnsure food is prepared with care and of the best quality, flavor, and presentation.Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.Responsible for setup and sanitation of the stations on the lineMaintain clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.Maintaining organization, proper labeling, and rotation of food productsOperate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, stoves, or griddles.Support the dietary department by following specific dietary requirements for mealsAbility to work well in a team environment and communicate effectively with colleaguesStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Qualifications:Proven experience as a Cook or similar role within a restaurant or food service settingKnowledge of food handling procedures and food safety regulationsAbility to work well in a team environment and communicate effectively with colleaguesStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsFamiliarity with various cooking methods and techniquesPrevious experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment is advantageousMust be able to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.Work Attire: Wear Angry Chickz uniform as well as non-slip shoes required by safety department.Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent is requiredLanguage Ability: Able to speak clearly and comprehend directions in English. Able to read English. Ability to read/speak Spanish is extremely helpful but not mandatory.Physical Demands:While performing the duties of the job the cook is regularly required to stand and walk for extended periods of time and bend and twist at the waistOccasionally required to lift and carry up to 40 poundsUse of hands to grasp tools such as a knife, spatula, ladle, and other utensils to prepare foodRepetitive hand useReaching for items below waist level (retrieving food items from walk-in cooler or drawers), between waist and shoulder level (washing dishes, placing plates on shelf), and above shoulder (retrieving plates or containers from shelves)Exposure to extreme cold (walk-in cooler), extreme heat (stove, oven), moisture (water, steam, dishwasher), and dust, fumes, or chemicals (cleaning solutions)