Na Na Thai
225 McMurray Rd. Suite E

compensation:  $21-22 per hour + tips
employment type:  full-time
job title: Lead  Line Cook

We are hiring at Na Na Thai! - part of the Companion Hospitality Group
Hi there, we are seeking a motivated and reliable individual to join our kitchen team!  We are a small, family owned establishment who take pride in our work and have a good time taking service seriously.

We are open MONDAY - FRIDAY from 12:00-8:00pm.  This means you get the weekends off!

We want you to be a part of something special as we are the only Thai restaurant serving Bangkok street food here in the Santa Ynez Valley. To apply, please send resume and a couple time slots you have available to set up an interview. Start Date: ASAP

Thank you so much for your time, and we look forward to hearing from you.

JOB SUMMARY  

The Lead Line Cook represents the restaurant with the highest levels of culinary skills, professionalism, sanitation, and food safety. The Lead Line Cook must interact with team members and management in a professional and collaborative manner.  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES  

• Complete knowledge of Na Na Thai’s food & beverage philosophy and menu(s)
• Strong knife skills 
• Able to multitask and work well as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment 
• Able to think and act quickly and effectively while retaining self-composure 
• Maintains a positive attitude and promote a respectful work environment
• Comfortable and effective at taking direction 
• Has excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills
• Committed to cleanliness and professionalism 
• Must demonstrate appropriate workplace behavior and treat all employees with respect 
• Must be a team player 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Leads all menu prep and execution 
• Cooks and plates food as directed in a clean, safe, and timely manner 
• Prepares food according to procedures and standards, within allowable time guidelines 
• Ensures high food quality 
• Maintains a clean, neat, and organized work station, kitchen, and prep area
• Practices proper receiving, stocking, storage, and rotating procedures
• Practices safe food handling procedures such as labeling and dating
• Safely operates and cleans all kitchen equipment
• Conducts regular deep cleanings of the kitchen and walk-in 
• Completes station inventories and checklists 

HEALTH & SAFETY  

• Adheres to workplace safety procedures and sanitation skills according to Department of Health standards for hygiene and safe food handling 
• Adheres to sanitation protocols issued by the Center for Disease Control post-COVID-19
• Adheres to time and temperature protocols 

REQUIREMENTS  

• California Food Handler Card 
• Must be punctual and reliable 
• Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays 

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

• Involves standing and walking the entire shift 
• Involves holding objects with hands 
• Involves reaching, bending, and stooping frequently 
• Involves lifting, moving, and carrying at least 50 pounds with frequency throughout shift LANGUAGE  
• Ability to speak multiple languages, including English and Spanish, is a plus but not required 

Na Na Thai is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.

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