Line Cook

Line Cook

$18.00 - $20.00

• This position is responsible for executing kitchen operations by preparing dishes to company standards 
• At least one year of work experience in a similar role is highly preferred
• Hourly with benefits available
• Work schedule includes days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Reports to Manager on Duty, Sous Chef, Lead Cook

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled line cook to join our team at Parea Greek Taverna. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, a strong work ethic, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment. As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking menu items to ensure high-quality dishes are served to our guests.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items according to recipes and menu specifications
• Set up and stock workstations with all necessary supplies
• Inspect, clean, and maintain food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines to maintain a clean and organized kitchen
• Ensure food is stored and cooked at the correct temperature by regulating the temperature of coolers, ovens, grills, fryers, and other kitchen equipment
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, rotating stock, and labeling products appropriately
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to support a smooth service period
• Knows and complies consistently with the restaurant’s standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures
• Assist with inventory management and ordering supplies as needed
• Work collaboratively with other kitchen staff to ensure timely service and efficient operations
• Maintain equipment and report any maintenance needs to the kitchen manager
• Participate in menu planning and development, offering creative ideas and suggestions
• Adhere to portion sizes and presentation standards to ensure consistent quality
• Coordinate with and assist fellow employees to meet guests’ needs to support the operation of the restaurant to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations

Benefits

• Health Insurance options
• Dental Insurance option
• Vision Insurance option
• 401k with company matching
• Paid time off program
• Employee dining discounts

Requires reaching, bending, squatting, climbing ladders

Standing and walking for up to eight hours continuously is required

Lifting up to 50lbs alone, and up to 80lbs as a team