Line Cook

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for team members who want to be a part of a growing hospitality group! Made up of 4 award winning brands (Buffalo Wild Wings, Jersey Mike’s Subs, Limestone BBQ and Bourbon, and Eggspectation) we offer many opportunities for growth across franchise and independent brands.

Position Overview

Heart of House is a key position in our organization. They are critical to creating a dining experience worth celebrating which in turn creates guest loyalty by consistently and accurately preparing food using recipes and menu items created by the Head Chef.

They are also responsible for plating entrees so they are appealing to the eye and represent the quality and integrity of the dish.

The Heart of House’s primary duties include preparing and cooking food in a specific station, cleaning up prep areas, and making sure the kitchen is stocked.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :

Prepare various food items in accordance with the menu and recipes, including vegetables, poultry, meats, and seafood for cooking using different methods and kitchen equipment such as an oven, fryer and grill.

Provide proper plate presentation and portion control

Maintain and record proper temperature controls, food storage and food rotation

Understand and adhere to company’s policies and processes, cooking methods, standard portion sizes, and kitchen rules and quality standards

Ensure sufficient amount of food products are stocked and maintained at line stations to facilitate hitch-free service period

Ensure food products are portioned before cooking by following standard portion sizes and recipe that have been specified

Ensure work station area; including all equipment such as shelves, tables, refrigerators, fryers, ovens, and flat top range;

are kept cleaned and sanitized in accordance with safety and sanitation policies and processes of the company

Keep food servers informed of ticket times, and attend to orders from guests promptly and efficiently and with a friendly attitude

Properly store, rotate, and manage all food products following local, state, federal, and company guidelines and procedures

Help out in food prep tasks during off-peak periods when needed

Ensure proper closure of kitchen by following kitchen stations’ closing checklist; also, help others to close the kitchen

Participate in and make suggestions for improvement at employee meetings

Carry out other duties assigned by the manager on duty and / or the kitchen manager

Skills and Abilities Required

Ability to work in a fast paced team environment

Knowledgeable of proper sanitation, food safety, and security procedures

Ability to follow written and oral instructions in English.

Knowledge of service standards and systems

Satisfactory criminal background

Education and Experience Required

Prefer 3-5 years prior heart of house experience in a full service restaurant

Serve Safe certification preferred

Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.

Be able to safely lift and easily maneuver products, frequently weighing up to 20-25 lbs.

Satisfactory criminal background

Physical Demands :

The physical demands for this position are to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 20-25 pounds, and move on an ongoing basis during working hours within a fast paced environment.

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