Line Cook

The Common Man (Great American Dining)•Manchester, NH

About The Position

The Line Cook prepares and/or directs the preparation of food for service, following established production procedures and complying with sanitation, health, and personal hygiene standards. The role also requires appropriate use of facility supplies and equipment to minimize loss, waste, and fraud. This position has no supervisory responsibilities and operates in a kitchen environment. The job may be full-time or part-time depending on facility needs. Restaurants are open seven days a week, including holidays, and hours depend on the work location. No travel is expected.

Requirements

Prior experience in a related food service position.
Comply with applicable sanitation, health, personal hygiene, food preparation, and food handling standards.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
Manual dexterity and auditory and visual skills.
Ability to perform the described physical demands, including occasionally lifting, pushing, and pulling items weighing 50 pounds or less.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Prepare or direct preparation of food using established production procedures and systems.
Determine the amount and type of food and supplies required using production systems.
Ensure food and supplies, or approved substitutions, are available in adequate time for preparation.
Set the steam table and serve, or ensure proper serving of, food for the tray line or dining room.
Follow established sanitation, personal hygiene, and health standards, including proper food preparation and handling techniques.
Store food safely and properly, marking the date and item.
Report necessary equipment repair and maintenance to a supervisor.
Prepare food according to standard recipes and special diet orders.
Plan food production around meal serving hours to preserve food quality, temperature, and appearance.
Apportion food for serving.
Maintain daily production records.
Keep the work area neat and clean, and clean and maintain food-preparation equipment.
Complete food temperature checks before service.