Cook

Prepare and cook food according to the instructions and requirements set by Sous and Executive Chefs and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment. Complete daily prep list. Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces and utensils. Cook batches of food such as chicken, fish and meat. Maintain sanitation, health and safety standards in the work area. Create sauces and stocks. Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep fryers and griddles. Pre-cook items in order to prepare for later use. Read food order slips or receive verbal instructions as to food required. Verify that prepared foods meet quality and quantity requirements. Clean, stock and restock workstations and reach-ins. Assist Sous Chef and Lead Cook in ensuring proper amounts and types of supplies and food are ordered and delivered to the kitchen, if necessary. Decorate and garnish desserts with proper sauces and fruit. Prepare amenities such as fruit plates for Boxwood. Be knowledgeable of all stations in the restaurant. Be knowledgeable of plate presentations and preparations of all menu items. Maintain the buffet in the restaurant and any action stations that are required by business demands. Maintain and rotate all food items to ensure food quality; date and label all food items and actively practice FIFO (First-In-First-Out). Strive to minimize waste and breakage. Perform additional cooking duties as assigned by the Sous Chef and Lead Cook. May p