Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Ayudante de cocina to join our culinary team. As a key member of our kitchen staff, you will be responsible for assisting with food preparation, maintaining the highest standards of food safety, and supporting our chefs in meal preparation. If you have a passion for cooking and are dedicated to delivering exceptional dishes, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Responsibilities
- Assist with food preparation, including food safety and handling, meal preparation, and food presentation
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, adhering to dietary department guidelines and regulations
- Support the culinary team in planning and preparing menus, ensuring that all dishes meet the highest standards of quality and presentation
- Utilize knives and other kitchen tools to prepare ingredients for cooking
- Collaborate with the culinary team to ensure efficient and effective food production
- Participate in ongoing training and education to stay up-to-date on the latest culinary techniques and trends
- Comply with all food safety and kitchen safety regulations
- Demonstrate a commitment to the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and customer satisfaction
Experience
- Proven experience in the food industry, preferably in a restaurant or culinary setting
- Knowledge of kitchen operations, including food preparation, food safety, and meal presentation
- Familiarity with dietary department guidelines and regulations
- Experience with menu planning and preparation
- Strong knife skills and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work in a dynamic and high-pressure environment
- A passion for cooking and delivering exceptional dishes to customers
Skills
- Strong background in the food industry, including experience in a restaurant or culinary setting
- Proficiency in food preparation, food safety, and meal presentation
- Knowledge of dietary department guidelines and regulations
- Ability to plan and prepare menus
- Excellent knife skills
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work in a dynamic and high-pressure environment
- Passion for cooking and delivering exceptional dishes to customers
- Familiarity with the culinary field and its best practices
- Experience with food safety and kitchen safety regulations
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality dishes
- Ability to stay up-to-date on the latest culinary techniques and trends
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $10.50 - $12.00 per hour
Expected hours: 18 – 25 per week
Ability to Commute:
Arecibo, PR 00612 (Required)
Work Location: In person
