First Cook
About The Position
Responsible for preparing and cooking food items in specific sections or stations within the kitchen. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions -Prepare and cook food items according to standardized recipes, portion sizes, and quality standards. -Take ownership of a specific station or section within the kitchen, such as grill, sauté, pantry, or pastry. -Utilize a variety of cooking techniques, such as grilling, frying, baking, roasting, and sautéing, to prepare dishes. -Assist in the execution of menu items, ensuring that dishes are prepared accurately, consistently, and with attention to detail. -Follow proper food safety and sanitation practices to ensure a clean and hygienic working environment. -Monitor inventory levels of ingredients, notify supervisors of shortages, and assist in placing orders as needed. -Keep workstations, equipment, and utensils clean, organized, and sanitized.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent required
- Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Culinary Arts preferred
- Line Cook or Related Experience 1-2 years required
- Knowledge of various cooking methods, knife skills, seasoning, and flavor profiles.
- Comprehensive understanding of food safety principles, including proper food handling, storage, temperature control, and hygiene practices.
- Ability to work efficiently and manage time effectively.
- Strong communication skills for working in a team-oriented kitchen environment.
- Ability to handle the physical demands of the job, including lifting heavy objects and working with kitchen equipment.
- Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, handle high-pressure situations, and solve problems on the spot.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook food items according to standardized recipes, portion sizes, and quality standards.
- Take ownership of a specific station or section within the kitchen, such as grill, sauté, pantry, or pastry.
- Utilize a variety of cooking techniques, such as grilling, frying, baking, roasting, and sautéing, to prepare dishes.
- Assist in the execution of menu items, ensuring that dishes are prepared accurately, consistently, and with attention to detail.
- Follow proper food safety and sanitation practices to ensure a clean and hygienic working environment.
- Monitor inventory levels of ingredients, notify supervisors of shortages, and assist in placing orders as needed.
- Keep workstations, equipment, and utensils clean, organized, and sanitized.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
