Line/Prep Cook (Full-Time)

PREP COOK ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Ingredient Preparation: Assist in the preparation of ingredients by chopping, slicing, dicing, and measuring, following the recipes and standards set by the head chef.
2. Food Organization: Ensure that all ingredients are organized, labeled, and ready for use during service.
3. Stock Maintenance: Keep an inventory of kitchen supplies, notifying the head chef or supervisor when items need to be restocked.
4. Equipment Care: Maintain and clean kitchen equipment, including knives, cutting boards, and utensils.
5. Sanitation: Adhere to strict sanitation and food safety guidelines to maintain a clean and safe working environment.

LINE COOK ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Cooking: Execute dishes according to established recipes, including sautéing, grilling, frying, baking, and plating.
2. Quality Control: Ensure that dishes meet presentation and taste standards before they are sent to guests.
3. Timeliness: Work efficiently and collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure that dishes are prepared and served promptly during peak dining hours.
4. Station Cleanup: Maintain the cleanliness and organization of your station during and after service, including regular cleaning and sanitization of equipment and surfaces.
5. Teamwork: Collaborate with fellow cooks, chefs, and kitchen staff to ensure smooth service and efficient preparation of orders. Willingness to learn and adapt to the needs of the kitchen.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• High School education is required, culinary education is preferred
• Previous experience as a prep cook or line cook in a restaurant or similar establishment is preferred.
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques, including knife skills and various cooking methods.
• Strong attention to detail, especially in terms of food quality, presentation, and sanitation.
• Strong work ethics, reliability, and punctuality.
• Ability to effectively and professionally deal with members, some of whom may require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger
• Ability to listen effectively and to speak English clearly
• Ability to achieve positive member relations and maximize member satisfaction

PHYSICAL DEMANDS – ABILITY TO:

• Physical stamina and the ability to stand for extended periods, life, and carry up to 50 pounds, and work in a hot and fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Ability to stand, walk frequently; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Ability to perform the duties of this job while exposed to outside weather conditions.
• Ability to express and exchange ideas by means of the spoken word accurately, loudly and quickly.