Line Cook Job Description

A line cook, or Prep Cook, is responsible for preparing food in a specific station under the supervision of the Head Chef. Restaurants typically have multiple line cooks, each one works in a different station.

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Job Brief

We’re looking for a Line Cook to work in our kitchen and help prepare meals for our guests. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a kitchen and be able to follow instructions from our chef. If you are interested in this position.

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Line Cook Duties

• Develop and plan menus with head chef
• Prepare and serve meals to guests
• Assist chef with food preparation
• Maintain kitchen
• Make cold foods, salads, sandwiches
• Maintain dish-washing station
• Assist with banquet setup and cleanup
• Follow food safety standards
• Clean kitchen and dining areas
• Deliver food to dining rooms
• Serve drinks to guests
• Clean work area and dining rooms
• Deal with guest complaints
• Service guests as needed
• Follow policies and procedures
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as required

Line Cook Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food according to recipe, quality, and presentation standards
• Maintain portion control, food storage, and sanitation standards and schedules
• Enforce strict safety, quality, and sanitation standards in the kitchen and dining areas to protect against the risks of injuries
• Train employees on skills, techniques, and job procedures, and enforce safety, sanitation, and quality standards during kitchen operations
• Maintain equipment, tools, and supplies
• Maintain all food storage areas, utensils, and equipment
• Maintain supply inventories
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, dining areas, and kitchen equipment
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and work area
• Maintain complete documentation of all food orders
• Maintain kitchen area and storage area
• Maintain guest satisfaction and customer service

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Requirements and Skills

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Ability to effectively communicate, coordinate, and problem solve with co-workers and management
• Excellent customer service skills

[Company Name] is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly believe in building a diverse and inclusive team. We are committed to ensuring that applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, and ages are welcome, as well as veterans and individuals.

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