Cook

Job Overview

Cook position at California Fish Grill. Prepare, direct, and serve food while ensuring safety, quality, and cleanliness of the kitchen environment.

• Prepare or direct preparation of food using established procedures.
• Determine amount and type of food and supplies required.
• Ensure availability of supplies and approved substitutions timely.
• Set steam table and maintain proper food temperatures.
• Serve food for tray line or dining, ensuring proper presentation.
• Comply with sanitation standards, personal hygiene, and health protocols.
• Store food properly, marking date and location.
• Report equipment repair and maintenance needs.
• Plan food production to coordinate with meal service hours.
• Apportion food to meet nutritional and quality standards.
• Keep work area neat and clean, including dishwashing.
• Clean and maintain equipment used in food preparation.
• Complete food temperature checks before serving.
• Complete in-service training, attendance, and uniform requirements.

• Support the mission, vision, and values of California Fish Grill.
• Implement safety procedures, including fire/safety plans and risk management.
• Maintain confidentiality of all data and food-related information.
• Ensure quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
• Work cooperatively with team members and resolve conflicts.
• Use appropriate communication skills in sensitive situations.
• Follow up with supervisors and colleagues on reported complaints or issues.
• Promote positive public relations with residents and families.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested.

• Restaurant operations
• Food Safety and Sanitation
• Quality Customer Service
• Safe work habits and procedures (knife handling, lifting, carrying trays)
• Company rules and procedures, including state and federal laws
• Moderate reading and writing
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to lift, reach, bend, kneel, stoop, and climb items weighing 50 lbs or less
• Manual dexterity, auditory and visual skills
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures
• Knowledge of safe work practices and company policies

• Takes initiative
• Adaptability
• Strong teamwork
• Ability to work at fast pace
• Makes sound decisions
• Customer focus
• Strategic thinking
• Optimizes work processes

• High School Diploma or GED, and 2–3 years of related work experience.
• Prior experience in related food service positions.
• Valid Serv Safe® or other approved Food Handler Certification.
• High level of integrity and honesty.

May be required to work beyond normal hours to meet customer needs or restaurant requirements.

Entry level

Part‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Restaurants