Line Cook

JOB DESCRIPTION Line-Cook 

Responsible to: Kitchen Chef

JOB PURPOSE

• Responsibility of the Line-Cook Café includes, but not limited to:

Line Cook Responsibilities:

• Prepares all food items according to prep sheets or as per the Manager’s instructions.
• Practices safe handling of product and creates an environment free of cross contamination.
• Follows the FIFO (First in First Out) and LDIR (Label, Date, Initial, Rotate) systems.
• Uses preparatory utensils such as knives, dicers, slicers and measuring devices on a regular basis.
• Communicates with teammates in a professional manner regarding guest orders.
• Stocks all essential food and other related items in preparation of shift for the operational flow of the restaurant. All leftover/unused food products are stored/restocked or disposed of properly.
• Follows portion and quality control standards of the menu.
• Examines, labels and stores incoming food supplies in storage and refrigeration areas appropriately.
• Ensures kitchen appliances and equipment have been cleaned and turned off at the end of each work day.
• Maintains work areas in a sanitized and orderly manner in compliance with state health and safety regulations.
• Complies with all daily, weekly and monthly cleaning duties.
• Maintains food product inventory and notifies Manager of any shortages.
• Reports any health and/or safety concerns/violations immediately to management.
• Line Cook Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Certificate in culinary arts or related field.
• A minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of restaurant best practices and cooking methods.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Aptitude for multi-tasking.
• Must be able to work cooperatively and efficiently in a team.
• CA food handler's license certified
• Sound knowledge of food health and safety regulations.
• Constant standing and walking
• Frequent lifting/pushing/pulling objects up to 10-15 lbs, occasionally lifting/pushing/pulling objects up to 30 lbs, rarely lifting/pushing/pulling objects up to 100 lbs (with assistance)
• Vaccination is a requirement of the job and accommodations due to disability or religious reasons will be evaluated in compliance with prevailing regulations.

Additional Information

This is a part-time post. Attendance will be required in line with the business requirements, including at weekends, holidays and in the early mornings as well as evenings, based on rotating scheduling.

NOTE: The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above.

Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.