Line Cook/ Prep Cook

Description

Job Title: Line Cook/Prep Cook 

Job Summary:

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