Line Cook - Full-time / Part-time

Job Description

• A Ted's Montana Grill Line Cook is not only a position which requires timely and quality preparation of product, but also the ability to display showmanship and interact with the heart-of-the-house team and our Guests.
• The Cook Line is the centerpiece of our restaurant as we have an open kitchen visible to our Guests.

Essential Functions:

As a Line Cook, your job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Prepares all food items to order, following standard recipes and procedures within specified time limits.
• Preps assigned items.
• Cuts or portions meat, fish and poultry.
• Communicates with HOH Team Members, FOH Team Members and Management throughout the shift regarding status of orders and availability of product.
• Minimizes waste of product.
• Labels all food items for food safety and shelf-life standards.
• Rotates product according to “First In, First Out" to maintain shelf-life standards.
• Logs and discards all product not used by the end of the shift on the "use by" date.
• Keeps the grill area neat, clean and sanitary.
• Cleans, organizes, and maintains walk-in refrigerator, reach-in refrigerator, cooler drawers, prep, and dry storage area.
• Stocks/restocks items on line according to specifications.
• Understands and complies with food safety and temperature standards.
• Cleans, organizes, and maintains fry area, walk-in refrigerator, reach-in refrigerator, cooler drawers, prep, and dry storage area.
• Notifies a Manager immediately if a Guest is injured or has a complaint.
• Assists in an entire team effort.
• All other duties as assigned.

Professionalism and Style Expectations:

The following is expected of every Team Member and Manager at Ted’s Montana Grill:

• Prepares great food with great service and a great attitude.
• Projects and assignments are completed thoroughly, professionally and with care in a timely manner.
• Adjusts to high pressure situations and is open to change.
• Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development.
• Conducts themselves (acts & dresses) professionally at all times while setting the standard for all Team Members.
• Understands and communicates the TMG Mission Statement and Core Values.
• Expresses ideas and conveys information clearly, effectively and professionally.
• Works to resolve disagreements; is respectful of peers and co-workers.

Knowledge and Skills:

Special Skills or knowledge necessary for this position:

• Full-Service Restaurant Kitchen Experience is desired.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Able to communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Organizational skills-Ability to be organized in a changing environment.
• Ability to maintain a calm professional demeanor during periods of uncertainty or crisis.

Essential Physical Requirements:

Daily physical requirements and/or number of pounds that may need to be lifted on the job:

• Stands during entire shift.
• Reaches, bends, stoops, lifts, shakes, pours, carries, and pushes.
• Lifts and carries tubs, trays, and cases weighing up to 100 lbs up to 20 times per shift.
• Frequent exposure to smoke, steam, high temperatures, humidity and extreme cold.