Line Cook - Greenport, NY

The Restaurant Line Cook is responsible for preparing their station, maintaining a clean work environment and executing their station with excellence. This integral position plays a key role in the heart of the house in safely preparing delicious food.

LOCATION: Greenport, New York

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for setting up and breaking down their station daily.

• Assisting with stocking, labeling, dating, ordering, receiving and following proper food safety procedures.

• Preparing food, including: cleaning and cutting ingredients, and cooking main dishes, desserts, appetizers and snacks.

• Plating prepared foods based on the executive chef’s guidance.

• Working with servers to ensure that orders are completed according to requests on time and in full.

• Washing and cleaning the kitchen and cooking utensils, and storing the equipment at the end of each shift.

• Ensuring that the kitchen operation procedures and hygiene meet food safety standards and regulations.

• Checking food prep and storage areas to ensure they don’t violate any health codes or safety regulations.

• Clear understanding of the English language (verbal and written).

• Knowledge of cooking techniques.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimal work experience.

• Ability to work in hot and damp environments.

• Ability to respond to emergency situations to avoid endangering themselves or others.

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and stand, up to 8 hours per shift.

• Flexible in schedule and willing to meet the demands of a complex operation.

• Time management skills.

• Willingness to comply with all food safety procedures.

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations.

• State Issued Food Handlers certificate