Cook and Dishwasher Ciao Bella Italian Grill Memphis, TN Job Details Part-time | Full-time $14 - $18 an hour 17 hours ago Qualifications Grilling Pre-cooking preparation Teamwork Dietary aide experience Fine dining experience Full Job Description Job Overview We are seeking a motivated and energetic individual to join our culinary team as a Cook and Dishwasher. This dynamic role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality food service operations, ensuring cleanliness, food safety, and efficient meal preparation. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate excellent kitchen skills, and uphold the highest standards of sanitation and food handling. Whether you have previous experience in fine dining, catering, or high-volume food production, this position provides a platform to sharpen your culinary expertise and support our mission of delivering exceptional dining experiences. Duties Prepare and cook a variety of menu items following established recipes and presentation standards, including techniques such as poaching, braising, grilling, and food preparation. Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, ensuring all tools and appliances are maintained in optimal condition. Maintain cleanliness of all kitchen areas by adhering to food safety sanitizing procedures and proper food handling practices. Assist with dishwashing duties to ensure all cookware, utensils, and dishes are sanitized and ready for use promptly. Support the dietary department by assisting with meal assembly, portioning, and ensuring dietary guidelines are followed during food production. Follow food safety management protocols diligently to prevent contamination and ensure compliance with health regulations. Contribute to menu planning efforts by providing input on ingredient availability and preparation techniques for diverse cuisine types including fine dining and catering services. Skills Previous dietary aide experience or dietary department experience is highly desirable. Strong knowledge of food safety procedures, sanitizing protocols, and kitchen hygiene standards. Proven ability in food preparation techniques such as poaching, braising, grilling, and knife skills for precise ingredient handling. Experience with high-volume production environments requiring quick turnaround times without compromising quality. Familiarity with operating various kitchen equipment including ovens, stoves, mixers, slicers, and dishwashers. Excellent food handling skills with an understanding of recipe adherence and meal presentation standards. Background in restaurant or catering environments demonstrating reliable food service experience across diverse culinary settings. Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to culinary excellence! This role offers hands-on experience in a vibrant kitchen setting where your skills will directly impact the quality of every meal served. We value commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous learning—making this an ideal opportunity for aspiring chefs or seasoned kitchen professionals eager to elevate their career in the food industry.

Pay:

$14.00 - $18.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person