Line Cook - Full-time / Part-time

We have an immediate opening for a Line Cook.

Must be able to work various shifts per week.

GENERAL PURPOSE
Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe sanitary work environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per dupe from servers.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to prepare more than estimated needs.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per the SOP, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
• Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up. Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages. Assist in keeping buffet stocked.
• Return all food items not used on next shift to designed storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
• Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per SOP.

OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in prep work of vegetables and condiments as required for the next shift.
• No travel required.
• Hours: 40 hours over a five day period; scheduled days and times may vary based on need.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES - None

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge/Skills:

• Minimal hearing necessary to hear equipment, timers, etc.
• Moderate vision required to check quality and portions of food.
• Moderate comprehension and literacy required to read recipe cards and procedures.

Abilities:

• Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying: Position regularly involves lifting food cases and metros weighing up to 70 lbs. Pushing and pulling carts is required.
• Bending/kneeling: Regular bending to lift items and supplies. No kneeling.
• Mobility: Regularly moves all around kitchen.
• Continuous standing: To complete a task, may be stationary for short periods of time.
• No climbing required.
• No driving required.

Education/Formal Training: High school education or equivalent experience.

Experience: Minimum one year food service or related work.

Material/Equipment Used: Deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, flat top grill.

Chemicals/Agents: grease strip, bleach, grease cutter, Lime Away.

Protective Clothing: hair restraint/hat, gloves, apron, safety shoes - approximately 100% of 8 hour shift.

Environment: Inside 100% of 8 hour shift.

Employees are held accountable for all duties of job