Line Cook

A Line Cook is the backbone of our entire operation. We are looking for experienced Line Cooks to join our growing team and help prepare meals according to our standardized recipes. In this position, your principal goal will be to prepare high-quality meals that meet the Chef's exact specifications, while doing so in a fast-paced environment and busy restaurant. You will be responsible for setting up your station, stocking inventory and maintaining sanitation standards. To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and multitasking skills. Ultimately, you will play an essential role in contributing to our Guest satisfaction and restaurant growth.

Essential Functions:

● Prepare menu items according to prescribed recipes and/or special requests

● Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends

● Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives

● Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction

● Multitask calmly and effectively under pressure

● Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels

● Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds

● Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces 

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

● Follow all prescribed portioning controls and par levels

● Maintain food safety and quality standards

● Ability to read a thermometer correctly and efficiently

● Communicate any food delays or issues to Coordinator 

● Maintain menu item counts and communicate to Management and service staff when quantities fall below restaurant specific minimum quantity

● Accurately account for all items coming out of the station

● Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions

● Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures

● Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook

● Get along well with others and be a team player

● Other duties will be assigned as needed 

Qualifications, Education & Behavior:

● Must be at least 21 years old

● Ability to work quickly while maintaining safety standards and procedures

● Ability to properly handle a knife, confidently

● Ability to work in high volume environments and multitask

● Ability to work early morning hours or late evening hours

● Ability to work consistent schedule at least 4 days per week, including weekends

● Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients and how to use kitchen equipment