Line Cook/Prep Cook

Responsibilities

• Prepares or directs preparation of food served using established production procedures and systems.
• Determines amount and type of food and supplies required using production systems.
• Sets steam table; serves or ensures proper serving of food for tray line or dining room.
• Complies with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene and health standards.
• Observes proper food preparation and handling techniques.
• Stores food properly and safely, marking the date and item.
• Reports necessary equipment repair and maintenance to supervisor.
• Correctly prepares all food served following standard recipes and special diet orders.
• Plans food production to coordinate with meal serving hours so that excellence, quality, temperature and appearance of food are preserved.
• Apartments food for serving.
• Maintains daily production records.
• Keeps work area neat and clean at all times; cleans and maintains equipment used in food preparation.
• Completes food temperature checks before service.
• Set-up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking including chopping and peeling vegetables and cutting meat.
• Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages.

Requirements

• Prior experience in a related food service position in a kitchen as a cook or related position.
• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods including grilling, baking and boiling.
• Good communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent or a diploma from a culinary school.

Qualifications

Physical Demands: Must be able to stand throughout shift. Possess excellent physical condition and stamina. Must be able to reach, bend, kneel, climb, push, pull or lift items weighing up to 30 pounds. Requires auditory and visual skills, and the ability to follow written or oral instructions and procedures. Ability to work quickly and efficiently while getting along with co-workers.