Lead Line Cook (Thurs - Mon/Closing)

Skechers

4d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Line Cook is responsible for ensuring that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion. They must comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards and must also maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers. They will follow all standard policies and procedures within their assigned department. The work schedule is Thursday - Monday, 10am - 6:30pm (Weekend/Closing).

Requirements

Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
Must take the initiative to excel
Must possess organizational skills
Integrity and good work habits required
Must have a positive attitude as well as service oriented
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability to follow the directives of Director/Supervisor
Must be able to accept constructive criticism when necessary
Must have the willingness and desire to learn
Detail oriented
Must work safe and professional at all times
Ability to work as a team member
Ability to keep the department OSHA/Health Compliant
Knowledge of all company policies and procedures, e.g., safety
Ability to contribute hands on
High School Diploma or equivalent
A minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
Must have up to date ServSafe Certificate

Nice To Haves

Some culinary school experience a plus

Responsibilities

Working with management and assisting with training of new staff.
Overseeing management request are being met.
Assisting in preparing meal ingredients, which includes all food handling for daily use as well as for Catering/VIP events.
Preparing soups, salads, and sauces as instructed by the Chef.
Plating and garnishing meal items in accordance with the instructions provided by the Chef.
Supervising the work of line cooks to ensure that all given tasks are completed in a timely manner.
Ensuring that all cooking stations are adequately stocked with the necessary meal ingredients and cooking equipment is in safe working condition.
Ensuring that all cooking stations and kitchen surfaces are cleaned and disinfected before and after each shift and sanitation buckets are being used and replaced by guidelines.
Ensure that staff are adhering to standard food rotation practices to reduce food wastage and minimize the risk of contamination.
Works with management on online correspondence and assist in pertaining the catering /VIP orders.
Menu planning, Cash handling/ training, monitor health inspection readiness at all times, time and temperature log.
Inspect the quality of delivered food supplies to ensure that product meets Café standards.
Assist management to keep crew on task /breaks and lunches while also taking yours to ensure coverage.
Assist management with the creative development of new sales products, Catering Sales, Online sales, and advertising.
Inventory/ ordering documenting shortages & waste.
Keep the recipe binder clean, organized, and complete, making sure all workers are following guidelines when making items.
Monitor FOH and BOH Duties and services are being met with adequate product and speed.
Keep up on all cook related duties.
Responsible for opening/closing Café in managers absence.
Other duties as assigned.