Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.00 - $20.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts

Job Description

Duffy's is a well-established restaurant known for its commitment to quality food and excellent customer service. The restaurant prides itself on creating a welcoming atmosphere where guests can enjoy delicious meals prepared by a dedicated and skilled kitchen staff. As a part of the hospitality industry, Duffy's emphasizes teamwork, professionalism, and adherence to safety and hygiene standards to ensure the satisfaction and safety of all patrons. With a strong reputation in the community, Duffy's continues to attract a loyal customer base looking for a reliable and enjoyable dining experience.

Duffy's is currently seeking a Line Cook to join their culinary team. This role is vital in ensuring the smooth operation of the kitchen and maintaining the high standards the restaurant is known for. The line cook will be responsible for preparing assigned food items according to established recipes and portion control guidelines, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation. This position requires the ability to multitask and coordinate the timing of food orders to ensure that dishes are served together while maintaining food quality. In addition to cooking, the line cook is responsible for general kitchen cleanliness, including equipment and work areas, as well as restocking supplies and managing food storage to prevent spoilage. Candidates should have the ability to handle various kitchen appliances and tools safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate dependability, initiative, adaptability, and stress tolerance while maintaining attention to detail and integrity. They must be able to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors, contributing positively to the team environment. Physical stamina is required as the role involves standing for long periods, repetitive movements, and the ability to lift or carry up to 40 pounds. Maintaining a valid Food Handler's Certification is essential for this position. Flexible availability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays is necessary to meet the needs of the restaurant. This position offers an opportunity to grow within the dynamic environment of Duffy's restaurant while contributing to a team dedicated to delivering a high-quality dining experience.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to stand for long periods
  • use both hands and all fingers to handle, control, grasp, move, assemble or feel objects, tools, or controls
  • repeat the same movements
  • walk or stand for long periods
  • see details of objects that are less than a few feet away
  • see details of objects that are more than a few feet away
  • see differences between colors, shades, and brightness
  • understand the speech of another person
  • speak clearly so listeners can understand
  • use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired
  • keep your hand and arm steady while moving
  • move two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm)
  • bend, stretch, twist, or reach out their body
  • be physically active for long periods without getting tired or out of breath
  • focus on one source of sound and ignore others
  • hear sounds and recognize the difference between them
  • use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects
  • use muscles for extended periods without getting tired
  • determine the distance between objects
  • coordinate movement of several parts of the body, such as arms and legs, while the body is moving
  • react quickly using hands, fingers, or feet
  • multitasking different work activities and shifting attention from one task to another
  • occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals
  • occasionally exposed to extreme cold and/or heat (non-weather)
  • heavy lifting up to 40 lbs
  • add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly
  • available to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • Dependability
  • initiative
  • adaptability/flexibility
  • stress tolerance
  • attention to detail
  • self-control
  • integrity
  • cooperation
  • concern for others
  • social orientation

Job Duties

  • Clean food preparation equipment, work areas, and counters or tables
  • perform food preparation tasks
  • perform general cleaning activities in kitchen
  • restock kitchen supplies, rotate food, and print the time and date label for food in coolers
  • grill, cook, and fry foods
  • coordinate timing of orders so that items served together
  • cook, plate, and garnish all menu items
  • clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware
  • store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage
  • take and record temperature of food and food storage areas, such as refrigerators and freezers
  • prepare a variety of foods, such as meats, vegetables, or desserts, according to guest’s orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures
  • package take-out foods
  • stock storage areas and refrigerators
  • carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas
  • distribute food to servers to serve to guests
  • remove trash and clean kitchen garbage containers
  • receive and store food supplies, equipment, and utensils in refrigerators, and other storage areas
  • weigh or measure ingredients
  • inform supervisors when equipment is not working properly and when food and supplies are getting low, and order needed items
  • assist other kitchen staff with various tasks as needed and provide with needed items
  • use manual or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice, and trim foods
  • keep records of the quantities of food wasted or thrown away
  • sweep and mop kitchen floor
  • maintain Food Handler’s Certification
  • maintain a positive and professional approach to coworkers and customers

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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