LINE COOK

Considered among the top residential addiction treatment programs in the United States, Alina Lodge continues to integrate new and innovative therapies into our time-honored approach to the treatment of substance use disorders. Reflecting the community we serve, our team of professionals comes from diverse backgrounds and includes members who have struggled with addiction in the past. Our mission is to help individuals and their families attain and maintain lives of hope and recovery from substance use disorders.

At Alina Lodge, we foster an environment that promotes growth for both our guests and employees. To support our guests on their path to recovery, we are dedicated to providing the most comprehensive continuum of care and services, and we seek experts who share this commitment.

To provide counseling, education, and support to clients with substance abuse issues

JOB SUMMARY:

The Line Cook prepares food using recipes and menu items created by the Executive Chef and helps keep the kitchen running smoothly. The Line Cook's duties will be aiding the Sous Chef and the Executive Chef with their daily tasks. They will play a key role in contributing to our guest satisfaction and acquisition goals.

MAJOR JOB DUTIES:

• Aiding with stocking and setting up the kitchen stations
• Monitor inventory and report on kitchen items that need reordering.
• Document all food being stored by labeling it with the end date.
• Preparing food, including cleaning and cutting the ingredients, and cooking main dishes and 
• desserts. 
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Plating prepared foods based on the Manager of Culinary Services
• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality, and in a prompt fashion
• Washing and cleaning the kitchen and equipment, and storing the equipment at the end of shifts
• Ensuring that the kitchen operation procedures and hygiene meet food safety standards and 
• regulations
• Monitor temperatures on kitchen refrigerators and freezers.
• Report any unusual guest behavior or suspicious activity.
• Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere to Alina Lodge’s policies 
• and procedures.
• Aid with training new employees and aid others when necessary.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and guests.
• Assist the Manager of Culinary Services as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Completion of vocational school or a two-year associate's degree is preferred. Certificate in Culinary Arts preferred
• One to two years of experience as a line cook, restaurant cook, or prep cook
• Possession of a valid Food Handlers License, as issued by the State of New Jersey preferred
• Experience with various cooking methods and procedures
• Excellent kitchen administration knowledge and ability to work as part of a team
• Strong organization and active listening skills
• Ability to set priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with guests and employees
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands and work environment require walking, bending, standing, climbing stairs, driving, and running with standard office equipment. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities. Alina Lodge is an at-will employer. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate manager or other management as required. Alina Lodge reserves the right to revise or change job duties as needed. This job description is not a written or implied contract of employment.