The Line Cook will provide and maintain high quality standards and procedures in preparing and serving food while keeping the kitchen clean, safe, and a sanitary environment in which to work. This role will contribute to the organization as an active business partner that is responsible for supporting the company's goals, objectives, vision, mission, and values.

We are offering a $1K signing bonus to applicants who are hired on in Full Time capacity! Must consistently work Full Time hours and be in good standing to earn $500 after 90 days & $500 after 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment using proper tools in a skilled craftsman-like manner.
• Responsible for preparation of all restaurant foods, hot and cold, that meet specifications, guarantees and pays attention to detail with plate presentation.
• Maintain solid knowledge of all food products, sanitation standards, and all policies/procedures and is able to skillfully apply culinary techniques.
• Work as a team and effectively communicate with management, chefs, and service staff in order to fulfill and address any issues or needs requested by guests and/or employees.
• Ensure requisitions are processed properly and placed in designated area, assist in lowering food cost and waste, properly label and date all products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation.
• Read and expedite computer tickets for service, produce production list to ensure efficient execution of service.
• Conduct inventory on a regular basis to ensure proper par levels and assist Chef, Assistant Chef, Cooks, Pantry workers, and Kitchen Helpers as needed in the execution of service.
• The guest experience revolves around the food appearance, quality, and overall dining experience.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent education required.
• Minimum of 3 years cooking experience.
• Standalone restaurant experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly and speak, read, write, and understand English.

Preferred

• Culinary Degree from an accredited culinary program.

Physical Requirements

• Most work tasks are performed indoors. Temperature generally is moderate and controlled by hotel environmental systems; however, must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10F) and kitchens (+110F), possibly for one hour or more.
• Ability to physically handle knives, pots, lift and carry same from shelves and otherwise transport up to 50 pounds to every area of the kitchen or storeroom.
• Proper usage and handling of various kitchen machinery to include slicers, buffalo chopper, grinders, mixers, and other kitchen-related equipment.
• Ability to physically self-demonstrate culinary techniques, i.e., cutting, cooking principles, plate presentation, safety, and sanitation practices.
• Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 200 lbs. occasionally.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks occasionally.
• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability, and visual acuity.

Wage: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

We offer a competitive benefit package for full-time, regular team members that includes:

• Group medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
• Participation in a pre-tax flexible benefit plan for healthcare and dependent care reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Paid time off/sick time.
• Participation in a 401(k) plan with a company match.

This job posting will close on 11/30/2024 or until the position has been filled.

• $1K signing bonus for Full Time applicants.
• Group medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
• Participation in a pre-tax flexible benefit plan for healthcare and dependent care reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Paid time off/sick time.
• 401(k) plan with company match.

• High school or equivalent education required.
• Minimum of 3 years cooking experience.
• Standalone restaurant experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English.
• Culinary Degree from an accredited culinary program (preferred).