Line Cook

Black Point Inn•Scarborough, ME

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Black Point Inn is currently accepting applications for hot line cooks. This position both encourages and fosters creativity and is a great chance to hone skills and grow as a chef. You'll have many chances to develop specials! Line cooks will help with food preparation and accurate plating of menu items to ensure our guests a dining experience that exceeds their expectations. Our ideal candidate possesses an open mind and is willing to be part of the team.

Requirements

Must be eligible to work in the United States of America.
Ability to communicate in English, both orally and written, with guests and employees, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy.
Ability to understand verbal directions, as well as written menus, recipes, labels on foods and chemicals, and other workplace safety signage.
Ability to work under pressure and deal with stressful situations during busy periods.

Nice To Haves

Previous culinary experience is preferred, but not required.
Previous experience as a line cook in a similar property, culinary school or completion of apprenticeship program preferred, or proven experience in higher volume and/or fine dining kitchens.
Have a basic understanding of food allergies and cross contamination issues to ensure safety of diners.

Responsibilities

Ensure that all mise en place is prepared for respective stations as well as proper forecasting of prep needs for assigned station.
Prepare food products and execute dishes meeting the standards of the Executive Chef, Hotel Management and our guests, ensuring that food production is coordinated with meal hours so that quality, temperature, and appearance of food are preserved.
Handle and communicate special orders and guest complaints in a professional manner.
Maintain food safety, work station and personal cleanliness and sanitation standards as required by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, OSHA, and MEMIC, as well as general maintenance and upkeep of kitchen equipment.
Know who to notify in case of broken equipment or unsafe/unsanitary conditions.
Protect the assets of this property and the Migis Hotel Group.