Grill Cook - Plaza

About the job

TITLE: Grill Cook REPORTS TO: Kitchen Manager SUMMARY Responsible for production of superior quality grilled items in a manner consistent with restaurant standards, procedures and plating guide specifications. Maintains organization, cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Completes opening duties according to restaurant standards. • Builds fires in pit, using hickory wood to obtain bed of live coals. • Responsible for maintaining a controlled and safe fire. • Prepares all side items in preparation for service. • Responsible for grilling all foods for guests’ orders. • Maintains complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; uses equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely. • Inspects the cleanliness and organization of the grill area and workstations; rectifies any deficiencies. Maintains throughout the shift. • Informs the Kitchen Manager of any shortages before items run out. • Communicates any assistance needed during busy periods to the Kitchen Manager to ensure optimum service to guests. • Assists other team members in completing their assigned duties and tasks. • Minimizes waste and maintains controls to attain forecasted food cost. • Breaks down workstation and completes closing duties according to restaurant standards. • Maintains and strictly abides by sanitation/health regulations. • Adheres to appearance and uniform standards. • Adheres to all restaurant standards, policies and procedures. • Addi