Pizza Cook

At Tara Hospitality, our goal is to build a positive, professional, and hospitable team member community that embodies our culture and values every day. We believe that by supporting one another and leading with kindness, respect, and excellence, we create memorable experiences for our guests and a workplace where everyone can thrive.

OBJECTIVE

The Cook II is responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality food according to established recipes, presentation standards, and food safety requirements. This position requires foundational culinary experience and the ability to independently manage an assigned station while supporting the overall operation of the kitchen.
The Cook II works closely with culinary leadership and fellow team members to ensure consistent food quality, proper preparation, cleanliness, organization, and efficient service.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items according to established recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Set up and maintain assigned cooking stations before, during, and after service.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, cutting, chopping, portioning, and properly storing food products.
• Operate grills, fryers, ovens, stovetops, slicers, and other commercial kitchen equipment safely and properly.
• Maintain consistent food quality, flavor, temperature, portion size, and presentation.
• Ensure food is prepared and served within established service times.
• Follow proper food handling, storage, labeling, rotation, and temperature-control procedures.
• Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures to maintain freshness and minimize waste.
• Monitor product levels and communicate preparation and inventory needs to culinary leadership.
• Minimize food waste through proper preparation, portion control, and storage practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation throughout the shift.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and organizing food products and supplies as needed.
• Communicate effectively with culinary team members to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Assist other stations and culinary team members during high-volume periods.
• Follow all sanitation, food safety, health department, and workplace safety requirements.
• Immediately report equipment issues, food safety concerns, injuries, or unsafe conditions to management.
• Participate in daily pre-shift meetings and communicate relevant information to the culinary team.
• Maintain professional grooming, uniform, and appearance standards.
• Perform opening and closing duties as assigned.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by culinary leadership.
• TEAMWORK, TEAMWORK, TEAMWORK

COOK 2 ESSENTIALS

• Working knowledge of basic cooking methods, including grilling, sautéing, roasting, frying, and baking.
• Strong attention to food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Ability to organize and maintain an assigned station independently.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and accept coaching from culinary leadership.
• Good time-management and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure during high-volume service periods.
• Dependable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high culinary standards.

Tara Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where every Team Member is valued and treated with dignity. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.