Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.00 - $20.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
job training
meal discounts

Job Description

Duffy's is a reputable dining establishment known for delivering a high-quality culinary experience and exceptional customer service. As a vibrant restaurant focused on quality and customer satisfaction, Duffy's has built a solid reputation in the hospitality industry. They pride themselves on offering a diverse menu that caters to various tastes and dietary preferences. Their well-trained staff and chefs are committed to maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment where guests can enjoy delicious meals made from fresh ingredients. With a strong emphasis on culinary excellence, hygiene, and teamwork, Duffy's provides an engaging workplace for culinary professionals looking to grow their skills and contribute positively to the dining experience.

The Line Cook at Duffy’s plays a crucial role in the kitchen operations. Reporting directly to the Chef, this position involves preparing assigned food items accurately and efficiently while adhering strictly to standardized recipes and portion control guidelines. A Line Cook's responsibilities include an array of culinary and kitchen upkeep duties such as grilling, frying, cooking, plating, garnishing, and packaging dishes in a timely manner to ensure quality and presentation meet the restaurant’s standards. Coordination with other kitchen staff to ensure simultaneous serving of all dishes in an order is essential to maintaining the dining experience.

Beyond cooking, the Line Cook is also tasked with maintaining cleanliness by sanitizing work areas, utensils, and equipment regularly. Restocking supplies and rotating food items to prevent spoilage underscore their role in kitchen maintenance and food safety. They are required to take and record temperatures of food and storage areas, ensuring compliance with health regulations. This position demands a proactive individual who can help monitor kitchen inventory, report equipment malfunctions, assist colleagues, and follow proper food handling and storage procedures.

Duffy's is looking for dependable, detail-oriented individuals with a positive attitude who can thrive in a fast-paced environment, respect safety and hygiene standards, and embody the cooperative spirit necessary to deliver excellent service. The ability to stand for long periods, perform repetitive tasks with dexterity, and move efficiently in a dynamic kitchen environment is vital. The role requires maintaining a Food Handler’s Certification and upholding the restaurant's commitment to professionalism, integrity, and teamwork. For aspiring culinary professionals, this is an excellent opportunity to build experience in a well-respected restaurant and contribute to providing guests with memorable dining experiences. Employment type and salary details are determined by management and discussed during the recruitment process, reflecting the candidate’s experience and skills.

Job Requirements

  • Maintain Food Handler's Certification
  • ability to stand for long periods
  • physical capability to lift up to 40 lbs
  • ability to use hands and fingers for controlling, grasping, and moving objects
  • ability to perform repetitive movements
  • ability to see details close up and at a distance
  • clear speaking and listening abilities
  • capacity to endure physical activity for extended periods
  • ability to coordinate multiple body parts
  • availability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • Dependability in fulfilling obligations
  • initiative to take on responsibilities and challenges
  • adaptability and flexibility to accept change and variety
  • stress tolerance to handle high-stress situations calmly
  • attention to detail in completing work tasks
  • self-control and emotional composure
  • integrity and ethical behavior
  • cooperation and a good-natured attitude with coworkers
  • concern for others' needs and feelings
  • social orientation preferring teamwork
  • ability to stand for long periods
  • dexterity and coordination in hand and finger movements
  • ability to repeat physical movements
  • visual acuity for close and distant objects
  • clear verbal communication skills
  • physical endurance and strength
  • ability to multitask and shift attention effectively
  • willingness to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays

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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