Line Cook - Salt + Smoke, St. Charles

Salt + Smoke•St. Charles, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Salt + Smoke is seeking passionate individuals to join their team at the St. Charles location. The company is dedicated to serving high-quality BBQ, bourbon, and beer while prioritizing its people. Salt + Smoke fosters a supportive and inclusive culture where employees are valued and encouraged to grow. They offer competitive pay, weekly paychecks, and numerous opportunities for advancement within the company, including leadership, corporate, operations, and commissary roles. The St. Charles location is at 501 S. Main Street, St. Charles, Missouri 63301.

Requirements

Ability to be organized and capable of multi-tasking with attention to detail.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to stand and be on feet for extended periods of time in varied climate conditions.
Ability to carry and lift up to 50 to 80 lbs frequently.
Ability to go up and down stairs.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
Ability to travel locally for outside catering functions as needed.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
1+ year of cooking or kitchen experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards.
Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment.
Ensure the restaurant is 100% ready for operation and guests.
Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards.
Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, ensuring not to over-prepare estimated needs.
Date all food containers and rotate, ensuring perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull, and line set up.
Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages.
Return unused food items to designated storage areas, covering and dating all perishables.
Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct food cost problems, control food waste, and loss.
Operate, maintain, and properly clean all kitchen line cook equipment.
Understand and comply with proper food preparation, cooking, handling, and storage procedures.
Understand and comply with kitchen sanitation, safety, and equipment usage.
Assist in putting away incoming orders and deliveries.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.