Line Cook

Line Cook

We are looking to add line cooks to our team. A line cook at an upscale oceanfront resort restaurant is responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality menu items in accordance with established recipes, culinary standards, and guest expectations. This position works as part of a professional kitchen team to deliver exceptional dining experiences while maintaining the highest levels of food quality, consistency, sanitation, and efficiency.

The line cook prepares ingredients, operates various kitchen stations, and ensures all dishes are cooked and plated to the restaurant's fine dining standards. The role requires attention to detail, strong culinary skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a commitment to providing outstanding guest experiences.

This is a great opportunity to be a part of an organization that believes our team members are our most important resource and therefore take great pride in selecting individuals that help us to achieve our company's mission.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Free associate parking
• Free meal for every shift worked
• 25% discount in resort outlets
• Hotel discounts with OPL
• Friends and family discount

Responsibilities:

• Sets up the station in time for service according to restaurant guidelines
• Prepares all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner
• Follows recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the chef or restaurant
• Restocks all items as needed throughout the shift and is responsible for taking inventory after service
• Cleans and maintains stations in practicing good safety, sanitation, organizational skills
• Has understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in the station
• Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas
• Performs additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by the chef and sous chef at any time

Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED a plus but not required
• Previous experience a plus
• A thorough and deep understanding of professional cooking including basic techniques and working food knowledge
• Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
• Previous prep or line cook experience
• Professional communications skills are required

The company also conducts post-offer employment verifications, motor vehicle, and criminal background checks.

We are an equal opportunity employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.