Location: Calistoga, CA
Company: Panera Bread
Restaurant or food service jobs refer to positions within establishments that prepare and serve food and beverages to customers. These roles can range from front-of-house staff such as waiters, hostesses, and bartenders, to back-of-house roles like chefs, cooks, and dishwashers. The nature of these jobs is fast-paced, often requiring strong communication skills, customer service, teamwork, and the ability to work under pressure. Hours can be long and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. However, such jobs also offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic atmosphere and cultivate skills that are transferrable to many other industries.
Duties Prepares food according to recipe and restaurant specifications in a timely and efficient manner Follows Chef’s direction to manage all aspects of assigned station Checks station from prep lists and verbal communication to set priorities for shift Sets up station according to menu needs and ensure readiness for service time Prepares food products for shift while using proper rotation, first in first out and checks for quality while preventing food waste Performs correct cooking techniques Brings any problems or shortages to the chef’s attention; each shift is responsible for checking and maintaining a high level of quality of products and equipment on their station Maintains an organized
and clean work area at all times; observes good sanitation practices and safety procedures; wears gloves when possible Unpacks and stocks kitchen deliveries Checks out with chef daily before leaving shift Other duties may be assigned Non-Essential Duties Other duties may be assigned Minimum Requirements Education and Experience High School diploma, GED equivalent, or equivalent experience Prior kitchen experience preferred Certificates and Licenses Serv Safe® Certification required TIPS Certification or Certified within 90 days of employment Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Understanding of use, operations, and care for all kitchen equipment Knowledge of knife skills and cooking terms Good knowledge
of hot and cold food preparations, seasoning, vinaigrettes, soups, sauces, stocks, vegetable preparations, basic butchery, and meat and fish cookery Knowledge of sanitation rules Working Conditions General kitchen environment with no travel Must wear closed toed shoes Indoor environment with exposure to the elements/temperature variations Required to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) Work in close quarters or confined spaces Exposure to varying levels of dust, chemicals, fumes, gases, and noisy equipment Exposure to flames and oil splatter Work Standards Acts in a manner reflective of the Company culture of High Moral Standards, Innovation and Continuous Evolution, Trust in Team, Continuous Improvement, and Sustainable Relationships Communicates, interacts, and works effectively with others; receptive to feedback and coaching; voices concerns in a constructive manner Demonstrates commitment to safety first; communicates safety concerns; promotes a safe work environment based on established safety standards and training Follows all Company policies and procedures Additional Comments Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
California Pay Transparency Disclaimer: This is a Non-Exempt position.
The pay range for this position is $18.46 [Click and drag to move] to $28.86. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. Actual placement within range will be contingent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, education, experience, internal equity and alignment with market data. Delicato Family Wines offers its employees a generous and comprehensive benefits package. Delicato Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Restaurant or food service jobs refer to positions within establishments that prepare and serve food and beverages to customers. These roles can range from front-of-house staff such as waiters, hostesses, and bartenders, to back-of-house roles like chefs, cooks, and dishwashers. The nature of these jobs is fast-paced, often requiring strong communication skills, customer service, teamwork, and the ability to work under pressure. Hours can be long and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. However, such jobs also offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic atmosphere and cultivate skills that are transferrable to many other industries.
Restaurant or food service jobs refer to positions within establishments that prepare and serve food and beverages to customers. These roles can range from front-of-house staff such as waiters, hostesses, and bartenders, to back-of-house roles like chefs, cooks, and dishwashers. The nature of these jobs is fast-paced, often requiring strong communication skills, customer service, teamwork, and the ability to work under pressure. Hours can be long and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. However, such jobs also offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic atmosphere and cultivate skills that are transferrable to many other industries.
Restaurant or Food Service jobs encompass a range of positions within the culinary industry, where employees are responsible for preparing food, serving customers, managing operations, and ensuring hygiene standards. Common roles include chefs, waitstaff, bartenders, and managers. These jobs are often fast-paced, requiring excellent customer service skills, the ability to work as part of a team, and often, the flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The dynamic nature of the industry offers opportunities for career growth and the development of a diverse skill set, from culinary artistry to guest relations.
