Kitchen Line Cook

Seascape Beach Resort•Aptos, CA

5d•$20 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Ensures breakfast, lunch, and dinner items are prepared to the standards of Sanderlings Restaurant and the Culinary Director. Knows assigned menus and specials and capable of execution. Flexible and willing to perform any task to better service.

Requirements

Obtains cooking fundamentals associated with this position
Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy
Ability to work well under pressure of organizing and attaining production schedules
Excellent knife skills such as dicing, slicing, and chopping
Ability to operate, clean and maintain all equipment required in job functions
Ability to expand and condense recipes
Ability to work all stations in kitchen
Punctuality and regular, reliable attendance
Interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others and the public and timelines
Ability to read, comprehend and provide instructions, both written and verbal
Must provide valid document(s) to work in the US
Must provide valid Food Handlers Certification or complete certification within 30 days of employment

Nice To Haves

1-2 years of experience in a similar position at a hotel or restaurant preferred
Culinary degree or training preferred
High school or GED graduate

Responsibilities

Prepare food of consistent quality by tasting (especially sauces and dressings, following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per check from servers
Checks work area before service to ensure all stations are organized and set-up to par
Ability to execute menu items on the line effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision
Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull, and line set up. Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages
Utilize, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron and flat top grill
Check all containers for cleanliness, dates, covers and labels
Opening Shift– follow all set procedures including signing out keys at the front desk, unlocking coolers and set up line for the day
Closing Shift – follow all set procedures including lock all refrigeration units, turn off equipment and give keys to front desk or hand to closer
Daily Cleaning and sanitizing of work areas including grease traps, ovens, refrigeration, ovens, grill, floors, fryers, walls, ceiling tiles, counters, shelving, tables, rolling racks and any other item that needs to be cleaned using proper chemical cleaning agent
Ensure presentation for every plate is consistent and in line with quality and presentation standards of the resort.
Ensure all equipment is working order and report any items to be repaired to maintenance
Perform other related duties as requested by the supervisor.