Culinary Specialist

Description: A Culinary Specialist is essential for the daily food preparation across all kitchen stations. This role involves various responsibilities including prep work, station setup, and ensuring all items meet our quality standards. Culinary Specialists must consistently adhere to established recipes and presentation guidelines. Key Responsibilities: Prepare all food items according to established standards Practice safety and sanitation measures at all times Understanding of food hierarchy and sanitation guidelines Maintain 100% responsibility for the quality of all served products Consistently comply with portion sizes, cooking methods, and kitchen policies Ensure sufficient stock levels at each station Complete assigned prep work accurately and label correctly Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment Prepare food using grilling, frying, broiling, and other methods Follow proper plate presentation and garnishing for all dishes Assist with food prep and dishwashing during off-peak hours Collaborate effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced kitchen Help keep the kitchen, walk-in coolers, freezers, and storage areas clean and organized Understand and effectively use all kitchen equipment Adhere to shelf-life standards for all ingredients Utilize checklists for kitchen setup and breakdown Complete daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks as assigned Always practice sanitary and safe food handling Manage shift change and closing responsibilities Uphold performance standards and be a positive role model for the team Take on additional responsibilities as requested by management Additional Information: Maintain a clean and neat appearance Adhere to the uniform policy at all times This role requires 100% of the time spent standing Arrive at work as scheduled Possess strong customer service skills and the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment Communicate clearly and effectively Able to stand for extended periods Capability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally

Created: 2026-03-04