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Line Cooks Needed NO LATE NIGHTS

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $18.00 - $22.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Meal Allowances
training programs

Job Description

Our establishment is a reputable full-service restaurant known for its commitment to delivering high-quality, delicious meals prepared with fresh ingredients and meticulous attention to food safety standards. We pride ourselves on maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment where teamwork and professionalism are central to our success. Our restaurant serves a diverse menu that requires skilled culinary professionals who can follow precise recipes and cooking techniques to satisfy our customers' expectations. We foster a collaborative workplace that values interpersonal skills and a calm demeanor, essential for thriving in a fast-paced and high-stress kitchen setting.

We are currently seeking a dedicated Line Cook to join our culinary team. This role is integral to our kitchen operations, responsible for preparing and delivering appetizers, entrees, and desserts that meet our quality standards. The Line Cook must ensure ingredients and final dishes are fresh and safely prepared while applying expert cooking processes such as grilling, baking, steaming, and boiling various meats, vegetables, fish, and poultry. Attention to detail in presentation and garnishing final plates to appeal visually is also a key part of this position. The Line Cook will work closely with other kitchen staff and management to maintain a safe and sanitized work area, handle kitchen utensils and equipment appropriately, and consistently adhere to food safety standards including temperature controls and sanitation practices. This role demands manual dexterity, excellent organizational skills, and endurance to stand for long hours in a demanding environment, coping with heat and multitasking effectively. Candidates must have a current Food Handlers Card or ServSafe Certificate and at least six months of relevant experience in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 6 months experience as a prep cook or line cook in a fast-paced fast-casual or full-service restaurant
  • Current Food Handlers Card or ServSafe Certificate
  • Ability to stand in one place for hours at a time
  • Ability to handle extreme heat and work shifts
  • Knowledge of safety procedures including safe food temperatures
  • Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to maintain composure in high-stress environments

Job Qualifications

  • Current Food Handlers Card or ServSafe Certificate
  • Minimum of 6 months experience as a prep cook or line cook in a fast-paced fast-casual or full-service restaurant
  • Knowledge of safety procedures including safe temperatures for storing and preparing food
  • Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate on complex dishes
  • Strong interpersonal skills to interact with waitstaff, dishwashers, management, and sometimes customers
  • Calm demeanor to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment
  • Accountability for preparing dishes to management and customer expectations
  • Good comprehension and organization skills to follow recipes and direct orders
  • Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for knife techniques and food preparation

Job Duties

  • Ensure ingredients and final products are fresh
  • Follow recipes including measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredients
  • Bake, grill, steam and boil meats, vegetables, fish, poultry, and other foods
  • Present, garnish and arrange final dishes
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area including handling utensils, equipment, and dishes
  • Handle and store ingredients and food
  • Maintain food safety and sanitation standards

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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