Cook Assistant

A cook assistant supports the head chef by preparing ingredients, cooking, maintaining kitchen organization, and ensuring smooth kitchen operations.

• Food Preparation and Cooking: Assist in preparing ingredients, cooking meals, and following recipes accurately. This may include preparing meats, vegetables, soups, sauces, desserts, and special dietary meals as required by the menu or guests
• Kitchen Maintenance: Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils, and workspaces. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations
• Inventory and Stock Management: Monitor kitchen supplies, restock ingredients, and assist with ordering food in bulk from suppliers
• Plating and Presentation: Assist in plating meals and ensuring dishes meet quality and presentation standards
• Support for Cook: Follow instructions from the Cook, help with menu planning, recipe testing, and sometimes act as a liaison between the kitchen and wait staff to ensure timely service
• Administrative Tasks: Maintain food service records, document kitchen activities, and communicate relevant information to supervisors when necessary

Skills and Qualifications

• Culinary Knowledge: Familiarity with cooking techniques, kitchen equipment, and food safety standards
• Organization and Multitasking: Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Teamwork and Communication: Work effectively as part of a kitchen team and communicate clearly with chefs and staff
• Experience and Education: Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent; some positions may prefer culinary training or prior kitchen experience
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper handling procedures
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Flexibility to work various shifts

Adaptability: Handle high-pressure situations during busy service periods and adapt to different shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Requires long standing and the ability to lift heavy boxes at times.

• Valid Driver's license is preferred

Work Environment This role is often fast-paced and physically demanding, requiring long hours on your feet, handling hot equipment, and sometimes lifting heavy items