Line Cook

JOB OVERVIEW

Follows instruction from Kitchen Manager/Kitchen Supervisor to maintain the highest standards of food quality, cost control, consistency, and cleanliness. Cooks order a variety of foods that require short prep time.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promote a strong work culture, CUBANISM and uphold brand service standards.
• Completes checklist(s) on a daily basis.
• Executed prep list and other food preparation, per direction of Chef on Duty
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of station and kitchen at all times throughout shift per company standards and Department of Health and local regulations
• Responsible for stocking and maintaining high quality products and material.
• Communicate to the Kitchen Manager/Kitchen Supervisor of any inconsistencies prior to start of service.
• Reviews mise-en-place for station prior to service to ensure optimal quality and prep levels
• Prepares and executes dishes during service, following Colada Shop recipes and standard operating procedures to ensure consistency, quality and appealing presentation.
• Maintain a safe workplace and informs Kitchen Manager/Kitchen Supervisor safety concerns
• Receives deliveries, checks them in correctly for quality/quantity, disperses to proper holding area and gives all invoices to the office
• Completes other duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager/Kitchen Supervisor

Sanitation, Hygiene, and Safety

• Maintains sanitation to Department of Health standards; keeps work areas clean and organized.
• Maintains and strictly abides by state sanitation/health regulations and restaurant requirements and procedures.
• Maintains complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; uses equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely.
• Inspects the cleanliness and organization of the line and workstations; rectifies any deficiencies.
• Inspects the cleanliness and working condition of all tools, equipment, and supplies, ensuring everything complies with standards.
• Maintains proper storage procedures as specified by Department of Health requirements.
• Maintains proper personal hygiene including but not limited to proper hand washing, well kept uniform (please refer to handbook or supervisor for additional information)

QUALIFICATIONS AND GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

• Minimum 1+ years' experience as a cook in a high-volume restaurant.
• High school diploma or GED
• Exude excellence in hospitality
• Analytical and organizational skills, excellent time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills and adaptability to change in a fast paced environment
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and maintain professionalism in a stressful environment
• Passion for exceptional hospitality, food, and beverages.
• Ability to work flexible work schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work in an environment that may be exposed to hazardous situations
• Able to work in an environment exposed to hot and cold temperatures, such as when ovens or freezers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform those essential functions.

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Lift, carry, push, or pull heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
• Kneel, bend, or stoop, ascend or descend stairs; be on feet for extended periods of time

Colada Shop provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.