Cook - Prep, Pasta, Pizza, Salad - Centonove Los Gatos

Job Description

Job DescriptionCentonoveis an upscale, Italian restaurant located in the heart of downtown Los Gatos. We are a gathering place for guests to relax, enjoy the food and drink of Italy, while they connect with friends and family. Our lunch and dinner menu offers traditional handmade pastas, gourmet pizzas, seasonal salads and an extensive Italian wine menu--as well as Italian beers and traditional cocktails.

Centonove is looking for great people to join our small, family team. We are seeking candidates who take pride in all they do, from food preparation to the delivery of high-quality classic Italian dishes. The ideal candidate has Italian food/restaurant experience, and is honest, reliable and committed to supporting the restaurant and representing Centonove.

As a Cook on our team, you play a vital role in ensuring that our kitchen operates smoothly and efficiently while delivering high-quality meals to our guests. We offer room for advancement, competitive pay (including BOH tips), retirement benefits, discounts--and a great work environment.

If you feel you are a fit, we would love to learn more about you!

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and Plate High-quality Food Items According to Standardized Recipes and Quality Standards
• Station Managment and Daily Preparation
• Cross-Train to Work Multiple Stations and Prep for Each
• Ensure All Food is Prepared and Stored in Compliance with Food Safety Regulations
• Operate and Maintain Assigned Kitchen Equipment, Adhere to Restaurant Procedures, Maintain a Clean Workspace, Including Regular Cleaning of Cooking and Kitchen Equipment
• Team Collaboration and Support to BOH/FOH and Management
• Provide General Support to Restaurant and Perform Other Duties as Required or Assigned

​Qualifications:

• 1+ Year of Kitchen Experience
• Basic English Language
• Ability to Lift up to 50 Pounds and Exert Well-Paced Mobility
• Ability to spend up to 8 hours Standing or Walking in a Kitchen/Restaurant Environment
• Ability to Work with Commercial Equipment Including Stand Mixers, Ovens, Torches, and other Commercial Tools
• Food Safety Compliance and Certification
• Reliability, Consistency and a Great Attitude