Hybrid Line Cook - Oasis Grill at Centennial Plaza at Centennial Plaza

Description

Job Title: Line Cook

Position Summary: The Line Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking food items according to restaurant recipes and specifications, ensuring that dishes are of the highest quality, consistently cooked, and served in a timely manner. The Line Cook will maintain cleanliness, safety, and organization in the kitchen and collaborate with other kitchen staff to provide exceptional service.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Food Preparation and Cooking:

• Prepare      and cook food items according to standard recipes, portion sizes, and presentation      guidelines.
• Ensure      all dishes are cooked to the correct temperatures and meet the quality      standards of the restaurant.
• Maintain      a clean and organized workstation while preparing ingredients, including      chopping, slicing, and marinating.
• Follow      instructions from the kitchen manager or chef to ensure consistency and      quality in food preparation.
• Season      and cook food according to recipes or customer preferences, ensuring each      dish is prepared to perfection.

2. Food Plating and Presentation:

• Ensure      food is plated according to the restaurant's standards.
• Follow      specific plating guidelines to create visually appealing dishes.
• Work      closely with the kitchen team to ensure the timely delivery of food to the      dining area.

3. Kitchen Organization and Cleanliness:

• Keep      workstations clean and organized, including cooking equipment,      countertops, and utensils.
• Follow      health and safety regulations to maintain a safe and hygienic kitchen      environment.
• Ensure      kitchen appliances and cooking equipment are properly maintained, cleaned,      and used safely.
• Perform      regular cleaning of kitchen areas, including floors, sinks, and walls, to      comply with food safety regulations.

4. Inventory Management:

• Help      track inventory levels of kitchen supplies and ingredients.
• Assist      in receiving and storing deliveries properly to prevent spoilage or waste.
• Report      low inventory or supply shortages to the kitchen manager or head chef.

5. Collaboration and Communication:

• Work      with other kitchen staff, including prep cooks, dishwashers, and chefs, to      ensure smooth operation during busy hours.
• Communicate      effectively with front-of-house staff to ensure dishes are prepared and      delivered according to guest requests.
• Assist      in training new cooks or kitchen staff as needed.

6. Safety and Compliance:

• Adhere      to all food safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent contamination.
• Ensure      proper handling, storage, and labeling of food items to meet health      department standards.
• Maintain      awareness of allergen protocols and ensure guest orders are properly prepared      and served to avoid cross-contamination.

7. Time Management:

• Work      efficiently to prepare and cook dishes within specified timeframes,      ensuring that orders are delivered in a timely manner.
• Manage      multiple orders and tasks simultaneously during peak service times.

Qualifications:

Education:

• High      school diploma or equivalent (perferred).
• Culinary      school education or related training is a plus.

Experience:

• Previous      experience in a kitchen or as a line cook is preferred but not required.
• Ability      to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment and handle pressure.
• Knowledge      of food preparation techniques, kitchen equipment, and safety standards.

Skills:

• Strong      knowledge of cooking techniques and food safety.
• Ability      to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
• Excellent      organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Good      communication skills to interact with kitchen and front-of-house staff.
• Ability      to work well as part of a team.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability      to stand for extended periods.
• Ability      to lift up to 50 lbs (e.g., heavy pots, trays, and boxes).
• Ability      to work in a hot, fast-paced environment with high-energy levels.

Work Environment:

• The      environment can be noisy, fast-paced, and requires multitasking under      pressure.
• Shifts      may include evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on the      restaurant’s hours.

Compensation:

• Competitive      hourly wage.

Position Summary: The Line Cook is an integral part of the kitchen team, ensuring that food is prepared and served to meet high-quality standards in a timely manner. Successful candidates should be passionate about cooking, detail-oriented, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a focus on cleanliness and safety.