Prep Cook
Please apply in person Tuesday - Friday between 2:00pm - 4:00 pm.
8384 La Mesa Blvd • La Mesa, CA
Casa Gabriela is a full service restaurant serving dinner nightly and weekend brunch. Located in the Village of La Mesa, Casa Gabriela offers elevated Mexican Cuisine and an extensive tequila and mezcal assortment on their intimate outdoor garden patio.
Responsibilities:
Clean and stock prep area to ensure an efficient service
Receive deliveries and store product
Prepare ingredients for dishes offered on the menu according to recipe specifications and within normal production times
Wash, chop, grate and slice vegetables to go in various dishes
Cut and slice meats to the appropriate portion size
Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces and parboiling food as assigned
Maintain high standard and consistency of quality and presentation
Maintain in-depth knowledge of nutrition, common allergies, dietary restrictions and food terminology
Label, stock and organize all ingredients on shelves
Handle, store and rotate all food products to maintain freshness
Track and report food waste
Stock inventory
Knife skills and ability to operate kitchen equipment required
Maintain clean and orderly service areas and complete side work duties
Comply with established safety and sanitation standards
Adhere to company policies and standard procedures
Qualifications:
Able to work in a high energy and fast paced work environment
Able to perform quality work efficiently with minimal supervision
Requires a good sense of prioritization and organizational skills
Able to multi-task while maintaining a sense of urgency
Accuracy and high attention to detail
Able to work as part of a Team
Must be dependable and timely
Able to work a flexible schedule
Weekends, holidays and evenings required
Possess a clear understanding of weights and measures
Possess knowledge of safe food-handling, sanitary kitchen conditions and proper hand washing techniques
Skills:
Able to lift 15-30 lbs.
Able to stand, walk, lift, twist and bend for up to 8 hours a day
Shift(s):
AM Shift
Part-Time
Full-Time
Pay Type: Hourly Pay: $19.00 – $21.00 (DOE)
