Line Cook Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Line cook to join our team! You will be preparing and cooking a variety of dishes for restaurant guests to enjoy.

You are passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences through good, quality food. With previous experience as a cook, you are able to manage multiple priorities and contribute to a friendly and productive team atmosphere. Ideally, you have your ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification.

Responsibilities:

Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices

Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock

Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperature by regulating the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters

Season and cook food according to recipes and direction of the chef on duty

Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking

Respond to guest feedback with appropriate urgency and professionalism

Qualifications:

Previous experience as a fine dining restaurant cook preferred

ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification preferred

Effective communication skills

Ability to lift 50+ lbs

Ability to work standing for 8+ hours

Excellent knife skills. Owning your own knives is a plus

Experience with fryers, range, and convection oven