Are you passionate about delivering exceptional service in a fun and vibrant environment? Puff 'n Stuff Catering is on the lookout for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our dynamic team at our off-site café located at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium! If you're a customer-focused individual with a flair for organization and a love for food, we want YOU to be a part of our amazing team.

General Job Description:

As a Line Cook, you'll be responsible for preparing and cooking food to perfection, ensuring quality and consistency in every dish. Your role includes maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, assisting with food prep, and ensuring the highest standards of food safety. You'll play a key part in delivering an exceptional dining experience for our guests at the café, all while working in the unique setting of the Clearwater Marine Aquarium!

Ready to bring your culinary passion and energy to Puff 'n Stuff? Apply today and be part of a team that creates amazing food in an unforgettable location!

Grill/Line Cook Basics 

• Greet and assist customers while anticipating their needs.
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Checking that ingredients remain fresh and safe for consumption.
• Wash, peel, cut, and seed vegetables and fruit.
• Operate general kitchen equipment including but not limited to ovens, grills, fryers, flattops, braisers, steamers, slicers, immersion blenders, traditional blenders, etc.
• Keep all work areas clean, including all counter tops, utensils, equipment, garbage, and refrigeration by state, county, and company health regulations.
• Practice safe food handling procedures at all times.
• Monitor expenditure, stock, wastage, and use-by dates.
• FIFO (First in, first out)
• Kitchen cleaning
• Food Safety (Servsafe) Certified
• Show up on time, in uniform with a positive attitude. 

Grill Cook Qualifications 

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 months experience as a cook, preferably with a focus on grilling.
• Demonstrable knife skills.
• Desire for continuous learning and professional development.
• Capacity to stand for long hours.
• Thorough knowledge of food safety guidelines.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Level-headed with outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Ability to bend, reach and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to heat, cold, chemicals, and loud/noisy fast paced environment.
• Ability to take direction.
• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner.

Disclaimer: This job description reflects the position’s essential functions; it does not encompass all the tasks that may be assigned.