Line Cook

Job Summary

The Line Cook (grill, saute, and/or fry station) is an important team player, responsible for preparing all menu items in an efficient manner while maintaining quality, cleanliness standards and effective communication. This is a seasonal position running mid-April through mid-October, based on the busyness of the cruise ship season.

Responsibilities

• Prep and maintain a stocked station
• Prepare each dish on our menu using our proven recipes
• Memorize and employ our serving portion sizes and all basic meal prep procedures
• Maintain and follow proper food handling, safety and sanitation procedures – all phases of food production and service including storage, rotation, preparation, recipe adherence, cooking methods, plate presentation, quality, service and production time adherence
• Evaluate finished products for appearance, taste, smell and texture according to internal specifications
• Work with team of cooks to do portion prep work for other shifts when needed
• Perform shift opening and closing duties as assigned, including cleaning cutting boards, fryers, grills, equipment and floors
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, cooking areas, individual station, kitchen equipment and food storage areas, reporting any kitchen equipment or maintenance issues to the manager on duty
• Follow safety guidelines and use caution in proper lifting techniques, handling knives and operating machinery
• Able to work with a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Able to efficiently communicate with all staff clearly and respectfully

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in cooking in a high-volume, fast-paced establishment preferred
• Knowledge of cooking procedures, kitchen equipment and safety rules for kitchen and equipment
• Flexible and adaptable to quickly changing demands
• Able to work on your feet for eight hours or more a day & lift large boxes weighing 50+ lbs
• Must have or obtain: State of Alaska Food Handler’s Card

Benefits/Perks

• Hourly wage PLUS TIPS!
• Subsidized seasonal housing
• 50% off food & retail merchandise
• 25% off food @ our sister restaurant - Salty Siren!
• Completion/performance bonus