Food Preparation Prepare ingredients for cooking, including chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and marinating. Follow standardized recipes and portion guidelines. Ensure meals are cooked to the correct specifications and meet quality standards.
Cooking Duties Operate a variety of kitchen equipment, such as ovens, grills, fryers, and stovetops. Cook and present dishes in an appealing, efficient, and timely manner. Adjust cooking techniques based on special requests, dietary needs, or food sensitivities.
Kitchen Maintenance Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized kitchen environment in compliance with food safety guidelines. Wash utensils, cooking tools, and work surfaces. Dispose of waste properly and follow recycling protocols.
Food Safety and Hygiene Monitor food storage temperatures and ensure proper stock rotation (FIFO: First In, First Out). Adhere to sanitation and health regulations, including handwashing and avoiding cross-contamination. Report spoiled or low-quality ingredients to management.
Inventory and Supplies Assist in monitoring inventory levels and restocking kitchen supplies as needed. Notify the kitchen supervisor of shortages in food and supplies. Properly store and label food items for freshness.
Team Collaboration Work collaboratively with other kitchen staff, including chefs, sous chefs, and dishwashers. Communicate effectively to ensure smooth food preparation and service. Train new team members on kitchen operations and safety procedures when required.
Time Management Manage cooking timelines to ensure dishes are prepared efficiently during busy hours. Prioritize tasks and handle multiple orders simultaneously.
Quality Assurance Taste and inspect dishes before serving to ensure quality and consistency. Follow presentation standards to ensure visually appealing meals.
Customer Service Address customer concerns or complaints related to food quality. Adapt dishes to accommodate special requests or dietary restrictions.
Special Projects and Tasks Assist with menu development and testing new recipes. Participate in kitchen deep-cleaning projects. Support management in ensuring smooth kitchen operations.