Report to: Executive Chef and Chef De Cuisine, Sous Chef
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Based on Business Needs
The Line Cook is responsible for preparing food items for cooking according to standard recipes to ensure guest satisfaction is consistent with company standards. Consistently fostering a spirit of harmony and cohesion between the kitchen staff and service staff.
Essential Function:
- Prepares all food products according to the prescribed methods, including cleaning and cutting the ingredients and cooking
- Ensures all materials and supplies are available
- Sets up assigned station according to established guidelines and requirements to ensure guest experience
- Ensures that all foods are prepared according to established recipes and plating guidelines
- Executes designated station without support under normal conditions
- Prepares food by measuring, cutting, peeling, etc. ingredients in accordance with the sales forecast and business level
- Follows all company HACCP documentation and procedures throughout daily shifts
- Responsible for daily requisition of non-food and food products
- Maintains safety standards while using knives and other food preparation equipment
- Restocks and/or breaks down workstation at the conclusion of the shift
- Stocks all stations as directed and cleans/closes all stations as directed
- Always ensures organization and cleanliness of all station areas
- Maintains a clean appearance and workstation and assists in overall kitchen cleanliness, including cleaning all station equipment and utensils (flat tops, grills, storage drawers, etc.) at the end of each shift
- Maintains high-level of knowledge regarding the company’s products and SOP’s
- Notifies manager/supervisor of low inventory and recommends new inventory; communicates opportunities and concerns
- Performs other duties and tasks as assigned or determined by chefs, management or supervisors and moves with a sense of urgency
- Understands and practices all safety and sanitation practices as defined in the safety program and reports any accidents to management
- Adheres to all company policies and procedures as established in the Staff Member Handbook
Departmental Responsibilities
- Arrives punctually for scheduled shifts, adhering to company attendance policy
- Demonstrates proper care and respect for company property
- Maintains all food and beverage passing areas free and clear of debris
- Attend pre-shift meetings and training sessions to stay informed about menu items, specials, and service protocols
- Adheres to cleaning checklists and fulfills duties as assigned diligently
- Consistently maintaining compliance of restaurant safety policies and procedures
- Promptly notifying managers of any customer complaints, comments, or issues
- Remains actively engaged and present in the restaurant operations during service hours
- Possesses comprehensive knowledge of the beverage menu
- Communicates issues or suggestions to the management team for resolution and improvement
- Adapts professionally and contributes to teamwork to enhance customer experience
- Clears tables and removes dishes promptly after customer departure or as needed
- Assists with taking used dishes to the designated cleaning area in the kitchen
- Maintains focus and remains on-task throughout the shift
- Performs sweeping and mopping of floors, addressing spills or breakages promptly and effectively
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices preferred
Qualifications:
- Six months or more as a line cook in a full-service, high-volume restaurant required; must have knowledge of the cooking techniques utilized in the scope of the prep/line position applying for; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Culinary degree or equivalent preferred but not required
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interact professionally with other departments and outside contacts
- Ability to complete a heavy workload and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
- Good judgment and decision-making abilities
Educational and/or Experience:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- High school degree or GED preferred.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high energy, and physically demanding environment
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and training manuals
Language Skills:
- Proficiency in English
- Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen personnel
Physical Ability
- Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 10 hours)
- Must be able to spend 100% of working time standing, walking, and reaching
- Pushing, pulling, and lifting objects from a lower to higher position or moving objects horizontally, from position to position
- Will be required to use physical capabilities including climbing and ascending or descending ladders, stairs, and ramps
- Must be able to carry loads greater than 35 pounds and exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently
- Hazards include, but are not limited to, cuts from broken glass and metal cans, burns, slipping and tripping
- Specific vision abilities that this job may require include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
- Frequently required to wash hands and/or wear gloves
Competencies:
- Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions
- Written Communication - Able to read and interpret written information
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity
- Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives
- Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments
Working Conditions:
Outdoors
Dust/Fumes
Chemicals
Humidity
Requirements and Activities:
Lifting/Carrying 75lbs.or>
Sustained Mental Application
Sustained Visual Application
