Concessions International hiring Wok Cook FT - PF Changs - Seattle Tacoma International Airport in Seattle, Washington, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

Key Responsibilities

Cooks, plates, and follows portion standards for food products in accordance with production requirements.

Organizes and plans activities by reviewing daily pull and prep lists.

Cooks and stores food at the required temperature; labels, dates, and rotates all products in accordance with company standards.

Tests foods for proper cooking standards using methods such as tasting, smelling, measuring devices or other utensils.

Must be familiar with the setup, operation, breakdown, and cleaning of all kitchen equipment.

Monitors and maintains proper cooking temperatures of large volume equipment such as grills, deep fryers, ovens, broilers, and roasters.

Maintains food preparation area, cleans all equipment and workstations immediately after use or as required.

Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely and efficient service.

Monitor food stock and communicate any shortages to the kitchen manager.

Use cleaning chemicals properly.

Follows safe food handling and proper hygiene practices.

Adheres to workplace safety standards for operating and maintaining equipment and reports any equipment malfunction to management immediately.

Performs opening and/or closing side works according to established checklists.

Performs other duties as assigned.

QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have a current Food Handlers card.

Education/Previous ExperienceHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED); six months or more related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience as a wok chef/cook in a restaurant or similar setting preferred. Knowledge of Asian cuisine and wok cooking techniques preferred. Experience working in a high-volume restaurant.

Required SkillsKnowledge of basic food preparation and cooking skills; Must be able to properly identify and use various cooking utensils and equipment. Ability to learn restaurant menu and recipes and to guide the Guests on choosing menu items between spicy and mild dishes, etc. Ability to learn restaurant seating layout and how tables are divided into server areas. Ability to learn and follow uniform standards. Must be able to speak clearly and listen attentively to Employees, dining room staff, Management and Guests.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and effectively communicate information individually and in small group situations to customers and coworkers; Ability to understand the English language both written and verbal.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, and common fractions.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply reasonable understanding in carrying out instructions in written, oral or diagram form.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand during 4-10hr shift, and use hands to manipulate and operate objects, tools or controls; Reaches, bends, stoops, shakes, stirs and wipes; The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and taste or smell; The employee must be able to hear well amongst loud background noise; Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50-pound cases several times per shift.

Frequent immersion of hands in water and other cleaning agents.

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. Must be able to work in various hot and cold temperatures.

Travel

No travel required.