Kitchen Crew

Company Overview:

Chili's is committed to delivering flavorful meals and exceptional dining experiences. The culinary team plays a vital role in maintaining food quality, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Chili's promotes a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented work environment for its employees.

Job Summary:

The Kitchen Crew is responsible for preparing a wide range of cooked meals while ensuring excellent service for both customers and team members. Mastery of cooking stations including frying, griddling, pantry management, and egg preparation is essential. Effective communication with managers and servers regarding order times, potential delays, and kitchen matters is critical. Additionally, maintaining cleanliness, adhering to food safety regulations, and supporting efficient kitchen operations are key responsibilities. This is a non-exempt position reporting to management.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and plate a variety of foods such as soups, meats, vegetables, and desserts, following recipes and proper cooking techniques for seasoning, cooking, sampling, slicing, and presentation
• Maintain consistency and high standards through food sampling, adherence to menus, and accurate forecasting of ingredient quantities
• Document production activities and request necessary kitchen supplies and tools
• Follow HACCP food safety and sanitation protocols to maintain a clean and hygienic workspace
• Operate kitchen equipment including slicers, mixers, grills, fryers, and ovens
• Follow correct procedures for measuring, mixing, cleaning, peeling, slicing, and shredding ingredients
• Monitor inventory levels, organize items by expiry dates, and rotate stock to maintain freshness and quality
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations
• Lift and transport items up to 40 pounds and perform tasks requiring bending, twisting, and prolonged standing
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards through regular handwashing and use of cleaning agents

Required Qualifications and Competencies:

• Experience in food handling and knowledge of HACCP regulations
• Minimum of one year of relevant culinary experience, preferably in a fast-paced, casual dining environment
• Proficiency in a variety of cooking techniques, including soups, sautéing, broiling, frying, and pantry management
• Ability to understand, follow, and communicate instructions, policies, and menu options effectively

About Chili's:

Chili's is committed to serving delicious meals while providing a positive and inclusive work environment. The company emphasizes teamwork, employee growth, and diversity, encouraging individuals from all backgrounds to explore career opportunities and contribute to its mission of delivering exceptional dining experiences.

FAQ's:

Q) Does Chili’s hire for casual dining service models?

A) Yes, roles support sit-down casual dining service.

Q) Are menu knowledge assessments part of training?

A) Yes, employees must learn extensive menu details.

Q) Are bar and dining roles distinct?

A) Yes, bartenders and servers have separate responsibilities.

Q) Are closing duties part of many roles?

A) Yes, staff may handle end-of-day cleaning and prep.

Q) Does Chili’s operate under corporate standards?

A) Yes, procedures are standardized across locations.