Grill Cook

Chavira's in Las Cruces, NM is looking for one grill cook to join our 34 person strong team. We are located on 5702 Bataan Memorial E C3 5420 Strange Rd. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter, punctual, and reliable.

Job Title: Grill Cook

Reports To: Kitchen Manager

Summary: 

The Grill Cook specializes in managing the grilling station.

The following duties are essential but not limited to:

·      Operates grilling equipment to cook meats, vegetables, and other foods according to desired specifications.

·      Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing with a fork to determine that it is cooked.

·      Carves meats and portions food on serving plates, adds sauces, and garnishes servings to fill orders.

·      Monitors food stocks and places orders as necessary.

·      Coordinates with the kitchen team to ensure timely preparation and delivery of each dish.

·      Ensures that each dish served meets quality standards.

·      Maintains cleanliness and sanitation at the grill station by following food safety standards.

·      Assists in the development of new dishes and menus.

·      Handles, prepares, and stores food properly to avoid spoilage and ensure guest safety.

·      Arranges prepared food on serving trays or in designated areas for retrieval by serving staff.

·      Cleans, sanitizes, and maintains cleanliness of work areas, surfaces, utensils, equipment, and dishes.

·      Adheres to all food handling and safety regulations throughout the kitchen and restaurant.

·      Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory:

This position does not oversee staff.

Qualifications:

To 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.

Education/Experience

Prior kitchen experience preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable. 

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent cooking skills.
• Ability to follow recipes and presentation specifications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow safety rules and guidelines throughout the kitchen and restaurant.
• Ability to work nights and weekends as needed.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Food handlers permit.

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 work is typically performed outside in a kitchen setting. The noise level is moderate to loud. Working conditions include exposure to wet or humid conditions. Environmental conditions may include exposure to sharp objects, slippery surfaces, crowded areas, extreme cold, extreme heat, or working near moving parts.

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.

·               Prolonged periods of standing.

·               Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

·               Ability to perform repetitive movements over long periods.