Kitchen Staff Needed

About the role

Right now Union Kitchen & Tap location in Encinitas is looking to add to their culinary team. We are looking for the following positions: Experienced Line Cooks, Prep Cooks, Dishwashers, entry level line cooks. We are willing to train hard working individuals that want to learn and become part of a team. We also like to promote from within the OMG company.

As Kitchen Staff Member at Union Kitchen & Tap, you support the Executive Chef and other "Back of house" managers in leading the food service experience in your location. Our Kitchen Staff Members are passionate about food and hospitality, and look to bring their experience towards providing an intimate and sophisticated night out through their food preparation. Kitchen Staff are responsible for preparing and plating all food offerings for our guests in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a high-standard of hospitality.

Key responsibilities

• Food Service Preparation - Set up and stock stations with all necessary ingredients (e.g. chopping vegetables, preparing meat, or preparing sauces)
• Food Service Execution - Ensure high standard of food quality and follow to plating specifications, ensure that orders come out in excellent quality and promptly
• Food Safety and Organization - Comply with different kitchen standards such as nutrition, sanitation, and safety standards, ensure cleanliness of kitchen maintain stock inventory
• Kitchen Leadership - maintain a positive and professional approach with the team and staff

Requirements

• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
• Superior understanding of how food preparation relates to delivering an exceptional
• Guest Experience Proven problem solving and quick thinking skills in fast-paced situations
• Proven working experience as a kitchen staff
• Math skills and computer literacy
• Reliable source of transportation
• Extended periods of time standing, walking, bending, carrying and assisting with bartending tasks
• A flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends and holidays

Health & Safety

• Management will be held accountable for the Health & Safety of all employees under their supervision.
• Management is responsible to ensure that machinery and equipment are safe and that employees work in compliance with established safe work practices and procedures.
• Employees must receive adequate training in their specific work tasks to protect their health and safety.
• All reported injuries that meet reporting requirements must be reported immediately to the General Manager and the Health & Safety Manager.