Line Cook - Salt + Smoke, St. Charles

Line Cook at Our St. Charles Location

501 S. Main Street

St. Charles, Missouri 63301

Essential Functions:

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per check from servers.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to over prepare estimated needs.
• Date all food containers and rotate, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
• Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull, and line set up. Note any out of stock items or possible shortages.
• Return all food items not used on the next shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
• Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems, control food waste, and loss.
• Operate, maintain and properly clean all kitchen line cook equipment.
• Understand and comply with proper food preparation, cooking, handling and storage.
• Understand and comply with kitchen sanitation, safety and equipment usage.
• Assist in putting away incoming orders and deliveries.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to be organized and capable of multi-tasking with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a face paced environment.
• Ability to stand and be on feet for extended periods of time in varied climate conditions.
• Ability to carry and lift up to 50 to 80 lbs frequently.
• Ability to go up and down stairs.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays. Scheduled days and times may vary based on business needs.
• Ability to travel locally for outside catering functions as needed.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ year of cooking or kitchen experience preferred.

We Are Proud to Be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals. We promote, support, thrive and celebrate diversity, inclusion, and culture, which connects the entire Salt + Smoke family.

Salt + Smoke Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.