OyBar in Studio City is looking for experienced Grill/Griddle/Short-Order Cooks to join our team! We are a fast-paced, supportive kitchen crew who prides ourselves on working hard, working well and working together. One of Eater's 38 Essential LA Restaurants, OyBar features modern bar/bistro food served in a 1970s vintage neighborhood bar. Our food is rooted in Jewish-American traditions and inspired by the cultural and culinary diversity of Los Angeles. Loved by Infatuation, the LA Times, and our loyal and still-growing base of customers - OyBar is an innovative and welcoming environment for staff and patrons alike. This is a very busy kitchen and a lively, supportive, fun, fast-paced workplace where someone with a collaborative spirit, passionate creativity, and a can-do attitude will thrive. This position is full-time, and is for dinner service. Opportunities for growth and expansion are definitely a part of the plan. Pay rate based on confirmed experience.
Who you are: Punctual, thrives under pressure, full availability, reliable transportation to work. Main focus is to maintain high food standards, a clean, safe kitchen and follow all kitchen procedures as it pertains to recipes, cooking instructions, etc. according to local Health Department standards.
Job Duties include some or all of the below:
Grill/Griddle -- cooking burgers to appropitate doneness levels with accuracy and efficiency.
Fryer -- Managing our crispy potatoes (house-style french fries) and other sides
Executing menu items as directed by Chef / Sous Chefs
Following food safety protocols
Daily food prep and recipe maintenance
Quality Control
Showing up on time to scheduled shifts
Prepping, Setting up and Breaking down
Cleaning station and kitchen
Following food safety protocols
Maintaining and promoting a healthy, safe, respectful, positive work environment
QUALIFICATIONS:
Professional culinary experience (at least 2 years experience in a high-volume kitchen preferred but not required)
Comfort working a wide range of stations
Good team player
Organized
Reliable
Ability to multitask, and prioritize in fast-paced kitchen/service environment
Excellent communication skills
Attention to detail
Food safety, allergen knowledge
Time management skills
Knowledge of California Health and Safety Standards
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 10 hours
May be required to lift containers of food or drinks up to 50 pounds
Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, and stretch to fulfill cleaning and other tasks
Full Vaccination against COVID-19
Part time or full time positions possible.
Compensation: $18.00-22.00/hr + tips (depending on experience, can go up from there). Employee meals and discounts. Healthcare benefits possible.
