Line / Prep Cook

We are looking for a dedicated, organized Line Cook who enjoys working as part of a team in a fast paced culinary environment. They may also restock items, unload delivery trucks, help prepare cook stations, clean appliances and machines, empty and clean trash receptacles, and other duties, as needed.

To be successful as a Line Cook, you should be a committed, communicative team player with excellent time management skills. You should be able to prioritize tasks in a busy setting and adhere to all food safety regulations and procedures.

Responsibilities :

General - Prep and Cooking

• Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, and a variety of kitchen equipment.
• 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.
• Prepares item for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and / or marinating.
• Handles, labels, stores, and rotates all products properly.
• Assists in all food prep assignments as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty.
• Refer to Daily Prep List at the start of each shift for assigned duties when performing prep role
• Wash, peel, and cut various foods, such as fruits and vegetables, to prepare for cooking or serving.
• Place food trays over food warmers for immediate service, or store them in refrigerated storage cabinets.
• Portion according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications and wrap the food, or place it directly on plates for service to guests.
• Mix ingredients for green salads, vegetable salads, and pasta salads.
• Assist cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks as needed and provide cooks with needed items.
• Use manual or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice, and trim foods.
• Make special dressings and sauces as condiments for sandwiches.
• Stir and strain soups and sauces.
• Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking.
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
• Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.
• Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption.
• Carve and trim meats such as beef, veal, ham, pork, and lamb for hot or cold service, or for sandwiches.

General -Other

Quality Control

Safety / Cleanliness

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