Line Cook - starting at $22/hr

Line Cook

Line Cooks play a key role in delivering the superior food and service that is central to the mission of Eddie Merlot's. Line Cooks are responsible for preparing high quality food in a timely, efficient, and sanitary manner.

Responsibilities include:

• Complete and pass required training modules both initial and ongoing.
• Know the weekly work schedule, arrive at work on time, and meet standards for uniform and professional appearance.
• Communicate with Executive Chef or Sous Chef to learn about nightly specials, guest flow, banquets, or special events.
• Set up station in accordance with standard procedures and carry out food preparation assignments.
• Re-stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products throughout the shift.
• Produce food items, following Eddie Merlot's standard recipes, portion control standards, temperature and presentation specifications, sanitation procedures, and timing guidelines.
• Prepare food dishes for guests with food allergies or intolerances.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and well-organized work station throughout the shift.
• Perform side and closing duties as assigned, following checklists.
• Assist with sanitary food storage, cleaning, and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.
• Follow established reporting procedures for re-cooks, spills and wastage, problems, incidents, and accidents.
• Demonstrate teamwork at all times by communicating openly with others and looking for opportunities to assist other team members as needed.
• Follow all Eddie Merlot's Policies and Procedures and guidelines for station requirements and workplace behavior.
• Attend team meetings. Communicate information regarding guest requests or complaints and ideas for improvement to Managers.
• Follow all policies and procedures, station standards and guidelines, and regulations related to food handling, sanitation and safety.
• Experienced Line Cooks may assist with training and supervision.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

One or more year's experience as a line cook, preferably in a fine dining restaurant. Experience operating grills, broilers, fryers, saut burners, convection ovens, flat-top ranges, and a variety of other kitchen equipment. Demonstrated knowledge of food preparation and production, cooking techniques, sanitation and safe food handling. Commitment to quality, service, and expanding knowledge and skills. High school diploma or GED preferred. Must be able to read and communicate in English. Clean and professional appearance. Must be self motivated and able to work calmly and effectively in a fast-paced, high pressure environment. Able to multi-task and manage quickly changing priorities. Strong team-work orientation, well organized, able to take direction from others. Basic math and computer skills preferred. Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Salary Range: USD $22.00 - USD $26.00 /Hr. based off of experience

Position: Line Cook - EM

Division: Eddie Merlot's

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.