ASIAN SPECIALTY CERTIFIED COOK

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic individual to join our team. This position requires proficiency in utilizing all Wok Station equipment and other kitchen tools. A deep understanding of Asian cooking styles and techniques, including wok station and stir-fry, is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a thorough working knowledge of Asian cooking styles and techniques.
• Ensure that the quality, taste, and presentation of Asian dishes meet or exceed customer expectations and Food & Beverage standards.
• Assist with the Sushi station as needed.
• Prepare a la carte and buffet food items under the guidance of cooks and Sous Chefs.
• Assist in the preparation of food items as directed.
• Adhere to proper cleanliness and sanitation standards as outlined by ServSafe.
• Understand and follow proper time/temperature controls for food safety.
• Properly label and date food products before storage.
• Conduct FIFO procedures when stocking or replenishing coolers, freezers, and dry storage areas.
• Accurately monitor and document hot food holding temperature logs.
• Initiate a positive guest experience by providing a warm welcome, greeting, and farewell.
• Operate basic kitchen cooking equipment safely and correctly.
• Clean workstation and equipment thoroughly at the end of each shift.

Requirements

• Ability to read and understand a limited number of two- and three-syllable words.
• Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
• Basic math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• ServSafe Certification.
• Prior experience in Asian cooking.

Physical Demands

• Regularly stands for extended periods.
• Frequent walking and reaching with hands and arms.
• Occasional lifting and moving up to 50 pounds.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Exposure to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, and extreme heat.
• Noisy work environment.

Work Environment

• Regular exposure to standing, walking, reaching, tasting, smelling, and operating kitchen equipment.
• Exposure to various environmental conditions including noise, temperature extremes, and chemical hazards.
• Must be able to perform tasks requiring physical effort and attention to detail.