To prepare food orders for the restaurant and to assure the smooth operation of the kitchen by performing the following duties: • Prepares all food items prior to and during meal time periods according to written food orders. • Prepares, slices and chops meat, cheese and other food products. • Communicates with servers in a professional manner. • Orders food and other related items as needed. • Ensures kitchen appliances and equipment have been cleaned and turned off at the end of each work day. • Maintains work areas in a sanitized and orderly manner in compliance with state health and safety regulations. • Maintains food product inventory. • Reports any health and/or safety concerns/violations to management. • Performs other related duties as assigned • Move tables, chairs and highchairs regularly to accommodate guests needs • Carry trays from Kitchen window to front counter, dining room or parking lot as needed • Refill ice bins, refill beverages, clean restrooms, bus tables, and other restaurant functions as needed • Must typically be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 10 hours) • Must be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds