High-Volume Catering/Commissary Cook
San Jose
High-Volume Catering/Commissary Cook
Part Time • San Jose
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
Job Title: High-Volume Catering & Commissary Cook
Company: Back A Yard Caribbean Grill
Location: 638 N 13th St, San Jose, CA 95112
Position Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Compensation: Competitive Hourly Rate
About Back A Yard Caribbean Grill
Back A Yard Caribbean Grill brings authentic Caribbean-American flavors to the Bay Area, representing the lifestyle, culture, and spirit of welcoming guests with incredible food. Our central commissary in San Jose supports our multiple store locations, large-scale corporate catering, and special events across the region.
We are looking for an experienced, high-energy Catering & Commissary Cook to join our production team at our 13th Street facility!
Key Responsibilities
- High-Volume Meal Prep & Batch Cooking: Prepare, season, portion, and cook large batches of signature dishes (Jerk chicken, BBQ ribs, oxtail, curry goat, salmon, plantains, rice & beans, and house sauces) following strict recipe standards and daily production par lists.
- Catering & Commissary Fulfillment: Package and organize large catering orders, event pans, and store deliveries accurately and on schedule.
- Batch Consistency & Quality Control: Maintain presentation, flavor profile, portioning, and temperature standards ("serve hot food hot, cold food cold").
- Inventory & Food Safety: Maintain strict FIFO (First-In, First-Out) inventory rotation, complete daily line temperature logs, and adhere to proper sanitation and safety guidelines.
- Equipment & Station Maintenance: Safely operate and maintain commercial kitchen equipment (grills, smokers, ovens, deep fryers, batch kettles). Keep food stations clean, sanitized, and organized.
- Teamwork: Coordinate prep schedules and production timelines with the Kitchen Manager, Lead Cooks, and Catering team.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience: Minimum 2+ years of experience in a high-volume prep kitchen, central commissary, catering operation, or busy restaurant environment.
- Culinary Skills: Strong knife skills, batch cooking experience, grilling, smoking, and familiarity with Caribbean flavors and ingredients.
- Food Safety: Valid California Food Handler Card required upon hire. Strong knowledge of food safety, proper holding temperatures, and sanitation protocols.
- Physical Demands: Ability to stand for extended periods, work in a warm kitchen environment, and lift up to 50 lbs comfortably.
- Attributes: Reliable, punctual, detail-oriented, and capable of working efficiently in a fast-paced team environment.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Stable hours in a central production environment.
- Opportunity for career growth within an expanding restaurant group.
How to Apply
If you have high-volume batch cooking experience and take pride in delivering great food, we want to hear from you! Please apply with your resume and contact information, or visit us at 638 N 13th St, San Jose, CA to fill out an application in person.
Compensation: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Back A Yard Caribbean Grill is your destination for the best Caribbean & American food in the Bay area with five (5) locations to serve you. We also cater events of any size. Don’t forget to browse through our store for some delicious desserts, our specialty sauces, marinades and freshly baked Jamaican hardough breads – new to our menu!
Our name “Back A Yard” is a common term in the Caribbean and represents the lifestyle, culture, spirit, food and the vibe of welcoming visitors to your home. Simply meaning, the way things are done “Back Home”.
Our success comes from our commitment to provide good home cooked food, our team spirit, and great customer service that keep our clients coming back for more.
Our success comes from our commitment to provide good home cooked food, our team spirit, and great customer service that keep our clients coming back for more.
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