Line Cook

Fl-Kissimmee-Full Timemid

Line CookFood Service

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The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

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Line CookFood Service

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

JOB DESCRIPTION:

A Line cook accurately and efficiently cooks meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot and cold food products as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. Line Cooks also perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating, garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot and cold menu item plates.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment
Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served
Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures
Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period
Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment
Prepares item for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating
Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
Handles, stores and rotates all products properly
Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations
Assists others in closing the kitchen
Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement
Performs other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty
Any and all duties assigned by management

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must meet state minimum age for serving alcoholic beverages
Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
Must have at least 6 months of closely related serving experience, work experience in high volume or fast casual dining restaurant environment preferred
Must be able to pass required state food safety certification requirements
Must have reliable transportation
Must be able to pass pre-employment testing (i.e. drug test, background check, etc)
Must have full availability and be able to work days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

Ability to read, write and speak English (multi-lingual a plus)
Ability to understand, follow and give written and oral instructions
Ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with customers
Ability to interact with guests and coworkers in a friendly, enthusiastic and outgoing manner
Ability to work harmoniously with fellow employees and guests
Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional
Follow all company policies and procedures
Speak with others using clear and professional language
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others
Ability to (<8 hours per day) reach, bend, twist, pull, push, grasp, walk, stand, stoop, kneel, run, sit, climb, reach overhead, and bend to perform normal job functions
Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours)
Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 lbs
Ability to frequently immerses hands in water and water diluted with chemical solutions
Ability to work indoors and outdoors, including prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures