Job Details

Newrest is looking for a Cook- Japanese Specialty that will be responsible for cooking the meals for one of the main airlines at the George Bush International Airport. This person will be cooking with a globally-renowned company.

***THIS POSITION IS PAID ON A BI- WEEKLY BASIS***

***MUST BE FLEXIBLE TO WORK ANY SHIFT BASED ON OPERATIONAL NEEDS, INCLUDING OVERNIGHT SHIFTS***

Schedule: varied

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of dishes, including sushi, sashimi and other Japanese-inspired entrees.
• This individual must have a strong understanding of Japanese cuisine and be able to follow recipes and cooking techniques accurately.
• Have the ability to demonstrate a complete understanding of the required menus
• Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan duties
• Responsible for prep, cooking, clean up and organization of the kitchen area, complete pre-production
• Prepare meats, fishes, pastas, side dishes and garnishes following recipes carefully
• Roast, fry, steam, grill, bake meats, fishes, vegetables as required by recipes
• Prepares food by cleaning, peeling, mincing, cutting, chopping, mixing portioning, measuring ingredients, packaging and labeling
• Prepare sauces and dressings according to the standards
• Ensure that enough product has been pulled for the day, replenish supplies as needed
• Maintain proper food production records, ensure all equipment is operable
• Ensure all items for assigned stations & functions are prepared, garnished, ready for other departments
• Maintain good portion control and forecast of production
• Practice proper grooming, personal hygiene, and use safety equipment
• Place racks of products in cooling tunnel or any other available waiting area, stocked and ready to go
• To make sure kitchen is locked and all items secured, turn off all cooking machines before leaving
• Communicate effectively with kitchen personnel & other unit departments
• Compliance with all company service standards, health & safety procedures, food safety requirements
• Help where needed to ensure all kitchen areas are ready for service
• Responsible for sanitation and post-service set-up
• Notify team lead, lead hand, or manager of any maintenance repairs need or unsafe conditions
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Taste and smell prepared food to determine quality and palatability
• Monitor temperature of hot and cold foods through food preparation and service to ensure that established temperature goals are met prior to steam table transfer and maintained throughout meal service