Kindling features a large wood-burning grill and wood-fired rotisserie that serves as the hearth and the heart of the restaurant's main floor. The kitchen is led by James Beard winning chef, Jonathon Sawyer! Opening is scheduled for early January in 2023. 

We are hiring for both Lunch & Dinner shifts, with a focus on Dinner availability.

Prep Cooks are responsible for the preparation and production of readying foods, garnishes and condiments to be used on the line or for service. All Prep Cooks will be given an opportunity to develop new skills and have the opportunity to work towards being a line cook.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare food items and ingredients needed for menu items according to prescribed recipes and/or special requests
• Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
• Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives
• Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
• Ability to multi-task calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment
• Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
• Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Follow all prescribed portioning controls and par levels
• Maintain food safety and quality standards
• Ability to read a thermometer correctly and efficiently
• Communicate any food delays or issues to Coordinator
• Accurately account for all items coming out of the kitchen
• Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
• Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
• Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Get along well with others and be a team player
• Other duties will be assigned as needed

Qualifications. Education & Behavior:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Have a minimum of 1 year kitchen experience
• Ability to work quickly while maintaining safety standards and procedures
• Ability to properly handle a knife, confidently
• Ability to work early morning hours
• Ability to work consistent schedule at least 4 days per week, including weekends

WHY THIS IS A CAREER & NOT JUST A JOB!

• Benefit Packages (Medical, Dental and Vision) with employer subsidy
• Competitive Pay and 401K + Match
• Paid Time Off (Salary), Paid Sick Leave and Paid Parental Leave
• Monthly Food + Beverage Perks at all of our establishments
• Quarterly Bonus Program (Salary)

Our company is growing rapidly and we always prefer to develop our Leadership from within!

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