Z-Cafe Culinary Assistant

Department: Z-Chef’s Cafe

Position: Culinary Assistant

Reports To: Chef de Cuisine – Z Chef’s Cafe

Function: The daily food production based on the quantities by the Production Chef. Maintaining the safety and sanitation of the area.

Job Duties:

• Food preparation in the proper quantities of the specified quality, and production of the items daily. The proper utilization of “waste foods” as directed by First Cook.
• The “hands‑on” production of foods for the area (quantities established by Production Chef) both cold and hot, adhering to the recipes and procedures established by Zehnder’s.
• Following the laws and codes set forth by the Michigan Department of Health & HACCP. Maintenance of a clean and sanitary work area.
• Adhering to the policies of Zehnder’s and the law as they relate to employment and daily work duties.
• Daily communication with the First Cook on food production and other related business topics.
• Attend meetings required or suggested to inform or improve the area.
• Help as directed, in the display of the food products in the hot/cold units in the public area.
• Participation in the “food is theater” philosophy when requested by the Head Chef.
• Maintaining proper levels of foodstuffs for sale in assigned area.
• Other duties as requested by the Production Chef or Head Chef and as necessitated by the evolution of the area.
• Any reasonable task/duty to help improve/maintain Food and Beverage team relations.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time. Work in high volume environment.

Other Requirements: Ability to work a variety of shifts and available weekends/holidays.

Age Requirement: Must be 16 years of age or older.