Line Cook II
About The Position
The Line Cook II executes menu items with precision, consistency, and speed while supporting kitchen operations during service. The role leads an assigned station, helps ensure quality standards, and assists with training in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The Line Cook II sets an example through strong culinary execution, professionalism, and adherence to food safety standards. The position involves preparing and cooking menu items to company recipes and presentation standards, overseeing station workflow during service, and supporting prep, inventory organization, and kitchen management. The work takes place in a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen with exposure to heat, open flames, humidity, and wet surfaces. The schedule includes nights, weekends, and holidays as business demands.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of culinary experience in a high-volume restaurant or hospitality environment.
- Ability to work multiple stations efficiently.
- Strong understanding of cooking techniques, kitchen equipment, and food safety standards.
- Ability to lead by example and support junior team members.
- Safe Food Handler certification, or ability to obtain it.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook menu items accurately according to company recipes and presentation standards.
- Oversee assigned stations during service, ensuring quality, timing, and consistency.
- Monitor portion control, plating standards, and ticket times.
- Ensure ingredients are prepped, labeled, dated, and stored properly.
- Maintain organized and fully stocked stations throughout service.
- Assist with training and mentoring new line cooks and kitchen team members.
- Provide guidance during high-volume shifts to maintain smooth kitchen flow.
- Support kitchen management in maintaining operational standards.
- Promptly identify and communicate product shortages, equipment issues, or quality concerns.
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
- Ensure proper inventory rotation using FIFO.
- Keep work areas clean and organized throughout the shift.
- Participate in daily and weekly cleaning responsibilities.
- Assist with prep production as needed.
- Support inventory organization and basic product tracking.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by kitchen management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
