Line Cook (PART-TIME)

St. Matthew's House•Naples, FL

About The Position

OUR CORE PURPOSE: As an expression of God’s love in Southwest Florida, we are growing to ensure that no one experiencing hunger, homelessness or addiction is alone or without a pathway for their journey from crisis to contributor. Together with our partners and participants, we cultivate communities where people are progressively seen, accepted, challenged, and supported. GENERAL SUMMARY Accurately and efficiently 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.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
5 years kitchen experience and professional food service in a leadership position. Track record of kitchen-based teaching helpful.
Works with confidential information – account numbers
Flow of work requires normal mental and visual capabilities.
The employee is required to handle, feel and/or reach with hands and arms, squatting, bending, and constantly moving on a regular basis. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Working in different weather conditions outside is to be expected. Must be willing to occasionally work non-standard work schedule including nights, weekends, and other unusual hours due to business needs.

Responsibilities

Serve as an excellent role model for students and always lead by example
Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
Preparing food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
Cooking menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
Be familiar with the food being served as far as type of food, name and ingredients.
Ensuring proper customer service
Meet the needs of our clients and their guests to the best of ability.
Be able to share who St. Matthew’s House is and what we do, if asked.
Strives to offer superb customer service.
Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the job equipment, maintaining cleanliness and neatness in the doing the job.
Performs additional responsibilities as requested by the Executive Chef or Catering Manager at any time.
Other duties as assigned.