The Cook under general supervision performs a variety of moderately difficult duties in the preparation and cooking of a variety of food items served in the various retail food service operations. This position reports to the Chef.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Serves orders for food and beverages
- Prepares and cooks menu items and other dishes
- Follows food orders
- Portions, arranges, and garnishes food
- May coordinate and supervise other food service employees
- May serve food at food stands and perform cashier duties
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
JOB EXPERIENCE
- Culinary school and/or experience working in a full service restaurant; techniques, knowledge of equipment, basic food handling, preparation, and cooking skills.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Proper preparation and cooking methods for a wide variety of food items
- Commercial kitchen equipment and utensils
- Sanitation and safety methods for food preparation/handling
- Basic inventory controls
- Effective leadership skills
- Cook and bake food in large quantities
- Operate commercial equipment and utensils
- Understand recipes and menus;
- Evaluate and determine food condition, doneness, and decorations
- Understand and carry out instructions
- Keep simple records
- Supervise and train kitchen helpers
SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER
- Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Family Passes
- Complimentary Tickets
- Local and In-House Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
