Line Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. Also perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates.

• Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with the mission of Local Legend Brewing Co. oInspect and clean, and maintain food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
• Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperature by regulating temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, fryers, roasters, and other kitchen equipment. oEnsure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
• Knows and complies consistently with the restaurant’s standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures. oStocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to support a smooth service period.
• Handles, stores, and rotates all food products and supplies according to restaurant policies and procedures. oTurn or stir foods to ensure even cooking.
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience. oBake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment. oPortion, arrange, and garnish food, according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications and serve food to servers or guests.
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils. oFollow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption. oCarve and trim meats such as beef, veal, ham, pork, and lamb for hot or cold service, or for sandwiches.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed. oSubstitute for or assist other cooks during rush periods.
• Closes the kitchen following the closing checklist for kitchen stations and assists others in closing the kitchen. oAttend all scheduled employee meetings and offers suggestions for improvement.
• Coordinate with and assist fellow employees to meet guests’ needs and support the operation of the restaurant.
• Fill-in for fellow employees where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations.
Minimum Qualifications
• Previous experience in kitchen preparation and cooking preferred oAble to communicate effectively with managers and kitchen personnel
• Able to read and understand food tickets in English oAble to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds
• Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours) oGood hygiene a must
• Must be eligible to work in the United States