Job Purpose
The Line Cook is responsible for assisting the Lead Line Cook in all aspects, assisting in the preparation, cooking, plating of food. The Line Cook will provide exceptional meals for lunch, dinner, advancing the overall appeal of our restaurants.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Daily preparation and cooking for lunch, dinner and catered events; includes cooking, sauteeing, etc., plating and executing finished product
- Ensuring cleanliness and food safety standards (food temperatures, quality control, etc.).
- Maintaining attention to proper plating techniques
- Maintaining cleanliness of his/her station
- Executing food in a timely manner
- Commitment to overall safety
- Helping to maintain proper inventory levels for food and service ware
- Assisting with product rotation and dating
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
Qualified candidates will generally have the following education, knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Commercial kitchen experience
- Passion for food
- Exceptional food quality and presentation
- Creativity with menu/plate composition
- Experience with charcuterie, butchery, wild game, cheeses, fresh pasta breads and pastry
- Positive, team building attitude
- Current Food Handler s License
- Personal skills and abilities required:
- Ability to produce a high volume of work in a timely manner that meets quality standards.
- Ability to motivate people.
- Ability to maintain a professional, positive, team building attitude
- Ability to work in a fast-paced busy environment.
- Computer knowledge is a plus.
- Ability to use specialized equipment.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 60 lbs
- Pulling, Reaching, Manipulating, Carrying, Pushing, Stooping, Standing, Walking, Bending
- Handling glassware, kitchenware, knives & equipment
- Continuous mental and/or visual attention; the work is either repetitive or diversified requiring constant alertness to monitor the production process and/or identify defects.
Working Conditions
- Requires ability to work in fast-paced restaurant environment. Requires commitment to customer service, safety, quality, and cleanliness.
- Elements typically exposed to in the work area include: Heat, Cold, Fumes, Noise, Vibration, Water
Attendance
Compliance with the general company attendance standards is acceptable.
Safety
Compliance with the general company safety standards is required. In addition, this position requires safe use of glassware, electric blenders and knives.
FLSA Status
This position is non-exempt and is eligible for overtime pay.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
