Line Cook FT (Blue Oak)

About the role

This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.

Responsibilities

• Ensures production of prep items; checks prep lists and determines what items are needed for the day.
• Sets up workstation according to restaurant guidelines.
• Performs line cooking, grilling, poaching, braising, baking, broiling, sautéing, steaming, or prep work as requested.
• Washes and peels vegetables; prepares poultry and meats; stirs and strains soups and sauces; and weighs and measures foods according to productions schedule.
• Prepares soups and salads for wait staff.
• Operates food preparation machinery including slicers, mincers, mixers, can openers, fryers, ovens etc. in a safe manner.
• Organizes walk-ins and storage areas using the first-in-first-out (FIFO) methodology.
• Follows recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant; converts recipes and adjusts yields up or down as needed.
• Reports any equipment malfunction to Restaurant Chef.
• Performs all side work duties as assigned or requested by Supervisor and/or performs the duties of a dishwasher as requested.
• Attends and participates in regularly scheduled staff meetings.
• Follows guidelines regarding health, sanitation, safety and customer service according to established policies and procedures.
• Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
• Responsible for food quality, temperature, portion control, plate presentation, and waste management.
• Responsible for setting up, maintaining stations according to daily prep sheets, food safety and sanitation standards, and keeping kitchen area free of hazards.
• Maintain oversight of incoming orders being prepared in a timely manner in accordance with prep sheets, ServSafe and other regulatory standards.
• Ensure food prepared meets standards and specifications utilizing correct portion measurements as stated in recipes.
• Responsible for respectful and effective communication at all times.
• Must perform daily inventory of all items specified on prep sheets.
• Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen area and assigned work station.
• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is required unless waived by Human Resources Management.
• Six (6) months of food preparation and cooking experience.
• Excellent knife skills, knowledge of food safety and general use of kitchen equipment required.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen, background investigation, obtain and maintain gaming license.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of restaurant operations and food service principles.
• Knowledge of cold prep, proper knife handling, maintaining proper temperature, and work safety and sanitation standards.
• Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.
• Knowledge of safe practices in a kitchen-working environment.
• Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods.
• Ability to create a friendly atmosphere and demonstrate excellent customer service.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with co-workers at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict time lines.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form.

Skills

• Knowledge of restaurant operations and food service principles.
• Knowledge of cold prep, proper knife handling, maintaining proper temperature, and work safety and sanitation standards.
• Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.
• Knowledge of safe practices in a kitchen-working environment.
• Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods.
• Ability to create a friendly atmosphere and demonstrate excellent customer service.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with co-workers at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict time lines.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$20.00 per Hour

Schedule

Night shifts, weekends, and holidays are required.