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Jacksons Lead Cook Aztec Grill in Santa Rosa, California
Come Join Our Awesome Aztec Grill Team!
Pay:Starting at $20.00 - $21.00 an Hour.
A Lead Cook at Aztec Grill (Redwood Market) drives the success of our foodservice program by preparing and serving high-quality food, ensuring consistency, and engaging customers with great service. The Lead Cook oversees grill operations, monitors food production and sales trends, and adjusts preparation levels as business volumes dictate to meet demand while maintaining freshness and quality. Let's Go!
Duties/Responsibilities:
Support training of team members in Aztec Grill operations and safety standards.
Provide courteous and professional customer service.
Prepare and serve food according to recipes and brand standards.
Maintain appropriate prep levels and adjust food production to meet demand.
Ensure proper sanitation, food handling, prep, storage, and disposal procedures.
Maintain and clean food service equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
Monitor and log food temperatures and waste daily, ensuring compliance with food safety and hold times.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe grill and work environment.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Skills and Qualifications:
High School/GED preferred.
Flexible availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
1+ year experience as a cook, line cook, or kitchen lead.
Experience working in a convenience store or quick-service restaurant (QSR) setting a plus.
Food Handler Permit as required by county, city, or state or be able to obtain one within 30 days.
Experience training, mentoring, or supporting team members in foodservice operations.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus.
Basic knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and handling procedures.
Strong time management and organizational skills to balance prep, cooking, and service demands.
Ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Strong teamwork and communication skills with a customer-first attitude.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to stand for an extended period.
While performing the duties of this job, frequently required to stand, walk, bend, and twist; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch; and talk and listen.
Must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 65 pounds.
Redwood Market/Aztec Grill by Jacksons values diversity and provide equal opportunities regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. Jacksons participates in E-Verify
Job Details
Job Family Retail
Job Function Food Service
Pay Type Hourly
Employment Indicator Full-Time
Hiring Min Rate 20 USD
Hiring Max Rate 21 USD