Line Cook

About the role

We’re looking for enthusiastic, fun, and energetic people who take the work seriously, but not themselves. As a Line Cook you will prepare the kitchen with a multitude of tasks to include day-to-day preparation of meals within all F&B outlets and uphold the standards in accordance with Autograph Collection standards under the franchise of Mainsail Lodging & Development.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years’ experience working in a restaurant or hotel kitchen
• Working knowledge of cooking recipes, different cuisines, and how to operate kitchen equipment
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal): able to listen and follow through on task requests
• Experience working collaboratively on a team
• A sense of ownership in everything that you do
• ServSafe certification, or ability to gain/renew certificate
• Proven experience in ability to make great food
• Organizational skills; ability to maintain a neat and tidy station
• Ability to work cleanly, effectively, and efficiently while under pressure
• High school degree, equivalent degree, or higher required

Responsibilities

• Basic vegetable preparation, sauce preparation, and minor butchery of proteins
• Line cook during meal periods with other line cooks under the supervision of chefs
• Daily preparation of ingredients for regular menu and upcoming specials
• Plate dishes to present food to guests according to chef’s specifications
• Monitor inventory of food and prep; inform chef when new items need to be ordered
• Ensure organization and cleanliness of your station; stock and rotate prep as needed
• Participate in proper functions to maintain the organization of coolers and other food storage areas
• Assist fellow cooks as needed during busy seatings in the restaurant
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen, including stocking and rotating product, daily cleaning of kitchen equipment, and assisting in dishwashing
• Other necessary duties as assigned by the manager

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend
• Ability to lift and pull 50 lbs
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Ability to work long hours as needed

Mental Demands

• Make sound judgments quickly
• Work on multiple tasks, making appropriate progress toward deadlines
• Able to work independently, take direction, and provide direction to others
• Manage differing personalities within the property, resort, and community
• Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality
• Work effectively in stressful, high-pressure situations
• Effectively handle challenges in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary