Full Time, Part-Time or Seasonal Line Cook

Description

The Line Cook will assist the Head Chef or Kitchen Manager with daily tasks of successful kitchen operations. The Line Cook will play a key role in opening, preparing and closing down the kitchen as well as contribute to the desired outcome of guest satisfaction. 

Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment. 
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat, etc.)
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of kitchen staff. 
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served. 
• Utilize all kitchen equipment and utensils in a safe manner. 
• Complete checklists, side work and stocking, as assigned. 
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen.
• Check for quality in each ingredient. 
• Monitor inventory and notify kitchen managers when stock is low. 
• Maintain adherence to all company policies and procedures, as well as state health/sanitation standards.  

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and that additional tasks may be assigned, and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Requirements

Required Sills/Abilities: 

• Excellent verbal communication skills. 
• Ability to work successfully in a team environment.  
• Ability to multi-task effectively. 
• Ability to follow processes and recipes according to specification. 

Education and Experience:

• One year of line cook or similar experience, preferred.  
• Working knowledge of food service, health & safety guidelines, and kitchen best practices.

Physical Requirements:

• Long hours frequently required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to stand on feet throughout the shift and frequent physical activity as associated with food preparation and      cooking.
• Must be able to frequently lift up to 30 lbs and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs with assistance.
• Must be able to climb stairs occasionally.