Cook

About the role

Prepare meals by reviewing recipes; assembling, combining, and cooking ingredients; maintaining equipment and a sanitary kitchen at Birch & Vine, an upscale, globally-inspired restaurant located on Beach Drive in downtown St. Petersburg.

Responsibilities

• Prepares ingredients by following recipes; slicing, cutting, chopping, mincing, stirring, whipping, and mixing ingredients; adding seasonings; verifying taste
• Completes meal preparation by grilling, sautéing, roasting, frying, and broiling ingredients; verifying doneness and taste; assembling and refrigerating cold ingredients
• Presents meals by placing and arranging hot and cold elements using plates, dishes, bowls, and baskets
• Controls costs by adhering to recipes; following preparation standards
• Maintains a sanitary kitchen by adhering to state and local sanitation, storage, and refrigeration requirements and codes; cleaning equipment
• Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock and anticipating upcoming needs
• Keeps equipment functioning by following operating instructions; performing preventive and cleaning maintenance
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments

Requirements

• Basic Culinary Skills
• Verbal Communication
• High Energy Level
• Dependability
• Productivity
• Attendance
• Emotional Control
• Flexibility
• Handles Pressure
• Reliable Transportation

Benefits

• Health Insurance for Full-Time Employees
• 401K matching
• Discounted Meals

Pay

$17/Hr to $20/Hr - Dependent on experience