Line Cook at Bradley Airport ($28.55/hr) Evenings

About the role

All Paradies Lagardère positions require that you embody a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service with a smile to customers and team members. You must embrace our family culture by following our core values, TRIFIC (Trust, Respect, Integrity, First-Class, Innovation, Commitment), recognize and satisfy all restaurant guests, and be accountable to the Company and Restaurant Managers.

Responsibilities

• Exceed First Class Service standards with guests, business partners, and peers.
• Maintain a professional company image by adhering to all grooming and uniform guidelines, including slip-resistant shoes.
• Prepare food with 100% recipe adherence, following recipes and product directions for seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, portioning, and serving.
• Follow production prep lists and maintain accurate records.
• Requisition supplies and equipment as needed.
• Use knives, slicers, and other kitchen equipment proficiently.
• Manage guest orders efficiently and use a variety of cooking methods.
• Follow all brand standards for food safety, sanitation, operational excellence, and guest satisfaction.
• Practice excellent food safety and sanitation, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Regularly restock kitchen supplies and food items required for service.
• Assist with ordering and planning food supplies as directed by the supervisor.
• Report necessary equipment repair and maintenance to management.
• Monitor proper rotation and dating of prepped food items and storage areas.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.
• Work well in a fast-paced environment while being detail-oriented and able to multi-task.
• Ensure food on guest tickets is served simultaneously, in high quality, and in a timely fashion.
• Assist with training new cooks and other restaurant staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of closely related cooking experience; experience in a high-volume or fast-casual dining environment preferred.
• Ability to speak, read, and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and policy documents in English.
• ServSafe Certification or equivalent preferred.
• Able to work unsupervised for extended periods and demonstrate good judgment when dealing with guests.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a line cook.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.

Qualifications

• Ability to work various shifts in a 7-day/365 team-oriented environment, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Excellent customer service skills and strong English communication abilities.
• Self-starter able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and unexpected situations.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and mathematics in English.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. and perform essential job functions such as standing, bending, reaching, climbing ladders, and walking long distances.
• Ability to stand for long periods and work in environments with high heat, steam, and odors.