Line Cook - Toro - Urgently Hiring

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.00 - $24.00
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Benefits

401k with employer match
Competitive health insurance benefits
HSA Option Available
Supplemental insurance policies through AFLAC
Paid vacation
Sick Time
Holidays
employee discount on food

Job Description

Our esteemed establishment is a renowned dining venue dedicated to delivering a superior culinary experience through high-quality dishes and attentive service. We are a vibrant restaurant committed to excellence in food preparation and guest satisfaction. Our team prioritizes precision, quality, and adherence to culinary standards, ensuring that every plate served meets the highest expectations. We emphasize a professional, clean, and organized kitchen environment that supports efficient food preparation and customer delight. The restaurant offers a dynamic workplace where culinary creativity and teamwork are central to operations, and where each team member’s role contributes directly to the overall success and reputation of our brand.

We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Cook to join our kitchen team. This role plays an essential part in our food preparation process, focusing on the accurate and efficient cooking of various menu items including meats, fish, vegetables, soups, and other hot foods. The Cook will also be responsible for preparing and portioning food products prior to cooking and performing plating and garnishing of cooked items to meet presentation standards. With an hourly rate range of $16.00 to $24.00, this is an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals with at least two years of kitchen preparation and cooking experience to contribute to a fast-paced and rewarding culinary environment. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, quality-driven, and fully committed to maintaining kitchen hygiene and standards while working cohesively with the rest of the team. This is a critical role that requires physical stamina, strong communication skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional food service, all within a supportive and structured kitchen environment.

Job Requirements

  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
  • At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity
  • Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel
  • Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds
  • Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours)

Job Qualifications

  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
  • At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity
  • Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel
  • Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds
  • Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours)

Job Duties

  • Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment
  • Assume 100% responsibility for quality of products served
  • Know and comply consistently with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures
  • Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period
  • Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
  • Maintain a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, saute burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment
  • Prepare item for broiling, grilling, frying, sauteing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating
  • Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
  • Handle, store and rotate all products properly
  • Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
  • Close the kitchen properly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations
  • assist others in closing the kitchen
  • Attend all scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chefs

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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