Line Cook/ Prep Cook

Line Cook/Prep Cook

We are seeking a skilled Line Cook/Prep Cook to join our team and prepare delicious meals for our customers. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of food items, including salads, meats, fish, vegetables, and other cold and hot food items. In addition, the Line Cook/Prep Cook will be responsible for inspecting, cleaning, and maintaining food preparation areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook a variety of food items, including meats, fish, vegetables, soups, and other cold and hot food items
• Slicing, dicing, julienning, and chopping vegetables, meats, and other food items according to recipe specifications.
• Accurately measuring and portioning ingredients to ensure consistency.
• Perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation, including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates
• Inspect, clean, and maintain food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices
• Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperatures
• Follow recipes and presentation specifications
• Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
• Adhere to all sanitation and food production codes
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Line Cook/Prep Cook
• Knowledge of cutting and chopping ingredients and following recipes.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling, etc.)
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work well in a team
• Good communication skills
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified candidates to apply.

Requirements:

1. Two or more years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
2. Able to communicate effectively with managers, employees, and guests
3. Completes and passes restaurant-approved foodhandler/food safety training and coursework
4. Able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds
5. Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
6. Able to read recipe cards, tickets, and schedule
7. Stamina and availability to work 30-40 hours per week