Pasta Cook

Very successful Italian restaurant in Hollywood is looking for a pasta cook. Very competitive pay based on experience.

Responsibilities:

• Cook and prepare menu items in accordance with recipes and standards set by the Chef

• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant

• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food on the line

• Always be aware of what's running low and sauce, etc. is needed

• Prepare L Antica s authentic and creative pasta and risotto dishes while maintaining quality standards

• Clean food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, hygiene, and other health and safety guidelines

• Assist in maintaining inventory by tracking, labeling, and replacing key ingredients

• Communicate with the head chef and wait staff to ensure the timely delivery of all meals

• Maintain a workstation that is both clean and sanitary

• Manage inventory of food supplies

• Taste and evaluate food items before serving

• Manage multiple food orders at once

• Receive raw food items from suppliers

• Ensure that all supplied items are of good quality and accurate quantity

• Ensure refrigeration and rotation of food items, storing food items properly and at the

  right temperature

• Label food items appropriately

• Discard any expired or near expiry food items

• Arrange prepared food items in an aesthetic manner

• Check and recheck equipment temperature to ensure the accuracy of order

• Maintain work area by cleaning and sanitizing constantly

• Cool food items down to standard temperatures before serving

• Ensure dishes are served on time and in a presentable manner

• Communicate with the Chef about any kitchen supplies and upgrades that are needed

• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED

• 3 years experience in a similar position with pasta and saute experience

• Experience in cooking long, short, and fresh noodle dishes

• Ability to withstand large workload under high heat

• Self starter capable of finding solutions with minimal supervision

• Maintain a positive teamwork attitude

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Positive attitude and ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen

• Strong communication skills

• Availability to work evening and weekend shifts and public holidays

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

• Knowledge of industry standards and food safety guidelines

• Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines

• Demonstrates proper hygiene behavior

• Willingness to continue learning and improving craft

• Ability to offer excellent customer satisfaction

• Ability to bend, stoop, reach overhead and perform repetitive motions

  Certificates and Licenses:

  Food Handler Certificate

  Work Environment:

  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

  Physical Demands:

  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; sit and use hands. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.

  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Must be able to stand, lift and bend for extended periods of time. Role may include job duties or tasks requiring repetitive motion. Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.

  Frequent use of hand to finger motions, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms