Avenue is a modern answer to a blend of the Parisian brasserie & the luxurious beaches of St. Tropez, located on the private beach of Long Branch. Cook Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Control food usage to minimize waste. • Prepare and cook orders for daily operations in a timely manner. • Advise supervisor of low inventory items; assists in receiving items and taking inventory as required. • Restock items as needed through the shift. • Maintain sanitation and cleanliness standards in the kitchen area that meet or exceed the state and local Health Board inspection and company requirements. • Maintain a clean, neat and well-organized work area, including but not limited to reach-ins, walk-ins and counters. • Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor. • May assist by performing ware washer or other kitchen duties as needed. • Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. May occasionally interact directly with guests. • Perform more than one task at a time Cook Qualifications • At least on year experience of cooking on a fast paced kitchen line and food preparation experience. • Culinary certified training preferred. • Must be able to demonstrate the basic knowledge of cooking, following recipes, portion control, and presentation. • Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with the other cooks, wait staff and supervisors. • Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when preparing meals from a recipe, when assisting in the scheduling of the kitchen staff, or when monitoring inventory. • Mathematical skills, including basic math, percentages, quantities, and variances are used frequently. • Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency. • May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. The Cook position requires the ability to perform the following: • Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 75 pounds. • Standing up and moving about the kitchen in a safe and efficient manner. • Handling food, objects, products and utensils. • Bending, stooping, kneeling. Compensation: The compensation for this position ranges from $17-$25 per hour.