Buffet 66 Cook III

Expectations:

• Adhere to Laguna Development Corporation (LDC) Core Values, Policies & Procedures
• Act as a role model within and outside the corporation.
• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude toward customers and co-workers.
• Consistently report to work on time prepared to perform duties of position

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Follow recipes and prepare food items, as directed, and in a uniform and consistent manner (e.g. Prepare food; season and cook food items which may include soups, meats, vegetables, and other food in accordance with proper cooking methods (proper cooking time and thermometer/food temperature requirements); ensure prep lists are filled and the kitchen line is set up completely; recognize and correct product discrepancies and variations in quality, standards and specifications; organize and arrange cooked foods).
• Maintain high cleanliness and sanitation standards in accordance with Food Systems Food Safety & Sanitation guidelines and the HACCP System for the entire kitchen including walk-in refrigerator, freezer and dry storage area.
• Maintain proper storage of food and rotation procedures (e.g. Wrap, label and date product, properly store and rotate perishables and left overs).
• Relieve supervisor while providing assistance in all kitchen areas.
• Ensure compliance with all ServSafe and safety requirements.
• Oversee proper care, storage, use and cleaning of all tools and equipment.
• Minimize waste and maintain controls to attain forecasted food cost.
• Effectively communicates with management, team members (e.g., Service and kitchen maintenance personnel), and guests to address any concerns/needs of guests and/or other employees.
• Assist in the development and preparation of menus, food set-up, and service; assist in the supervision of staff in the absence of the Kitchen Supervisor.
• Open and/or close kitchen as necessary.
• Follow instructions.
• Must be poised to handle a fast paced environment with multiple tasks under time constraint.
• Perform basic arithmetic.
• Work under pressure; maintain regular and punctual attendance including working odd and unusual hours, weekends and holidays.
• Be a team player (e.g., work toward team goals and foster a collaborative and positive work environment; put the team first; assist coworkers; treat all coworkers with kindness, courtesy and respect; never engage in negativity; maintain openness to coaching, learning and improving; receptive to change and willingness to embrace challenges with team-spirit).
• At all times maintain a courteous, positive and professional working relationship with all LDC personnel and the general public (e.g., coworkers, clients and vendors)
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as necessary or assigned.
• Build relationships and loyalty with guests through sincere and meaningful interactions (e.g., learn guests’ names and preferences; connect with them individually and professionally; smile; make eye contact and verbally greet guests).