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**Kitchen Staff (BOH) - Yarmouth**

**\$16-\$20 (Based on experience) Plus tips**

**\*\*\*Pooled tips ranging from \$2-\$4 dollars extra an hour\*\*\***

**Description**

**OTTO ( \[t-to\] /\'o:tto/, meaning: eight)**is not just your average

neighborhood pizza shop, it is a home to artists, innovators,

visionaries and food connoisseurs turning the ordinary Italian pie into

an extraordinary experience! Our mission is to revolutionize pizza and

create memories worth sharing! In addition to being part of a creative,

friendly team OTTO employees are truly valued and have access to free

meals while on shift, flexible schedules and a full benefits package for

all full time individuals.

**POSITION SUMMARY**

As a**Cook**you will be responsible for preparing and/or directing the

preparation of food to be served, complying with all applicable

sanitation, health, safety and personal hygiene standards and following

established food production programs and procedures. The cook is

responsible for appropriate use of facility supplies and equipment to

minimize loss, waste and fraud.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSABILTIES**

*The essential functions include but are not limited to the following.*

Prepares or directs preparation of food served using established

production procedures and systems.

Determines amount and type of food and supplies required using

production systems.

Ensures availability of supplies and food for approved substitutions in

adequate time for preparation.

Serves or ensures proper serving of food for take-out or dining room.

Complies with established sanitation standards, safety, personal hygiene

and health standards. Utilizes proper food preparation and handling

techniques.

Safely uses establishments appliances/grills/ovens to prepare menu

items.

Stores food properly and safely, marking the date and item.

Reports necessary equipment repair and maintenance to supervisor.

Correctly prepares all menu items served following standard recipes and

special diet orders.

Plans food production to coordinate with meal serving hours so that

excellence, quality, temperature and appearance of food are preserved.

Apportions food for serving.

Maintains daily production records.

Always keeps work area neat and clean; cleans and maintains equipment

used in food preparation.

Completes food temperature checks before service.

Maintain a clean and neat appearance; comply with company dress policy.

Performs other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS*(Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)***

Ability to read and comprehend labels and directions.

Ability to work independently with little supervision required.

Ability to remain calm while working under pressure in a busy

environment.

Ability to work within timeframe of standard policies and procedures.

Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a busy, fast-growth environment.

Ability to work well in a team.

Ability to take direction when needed.

Ability to pay attention to detail.

High School Diploma preferred not required.

Previous cooking experience preferred not required.

Evening and Weekend availability a**MUST.**

Pizza experience is preferred.

Knife Skills preferred, MUST meet minimum age requirements (at least

18yrs).