Line Cook

High Tide Seafood Bar and Grill • Chandler, AZ

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About The Position

The Line Cook accurately and efficiently prepares mise en place and cooks meat, fish, vegetables, soups, salads, desserts, and other food products. The role includes preparing and portioning food before cooking, maintaining quality and standard portion sizes, and completing food and plate preparation, including plating and garnishing dishes. The Line Cook also maintains a clean and sanitary workstation, properly handles and stores products, assists with food preparation during off-peak periods, and helps close the kitchen.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• At least 6 months of experience in a similar capacity or role.
• Ability to communicate clearly with the manager, kitchen personnel, and dining room personnel.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods, up to 8 hours.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other items for cooking using broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, and other kitchen equipment.
• Take responsibility for the quality of products served.
• Follow standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
• Stock and maintain sufficient food products at line stations for service.
• Portion food according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation and kitchen equipment.
• Prepare items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing, or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning, and/or marinating.
• Follow plate presentation standards and garnish setup for all dishes.
• Handle, store, and rotate products properly.
• Assist with food preparation assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Close the kitchen according to the station closing checklist and assist others with closing.
• Attend scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement.
• Perform other related duties assigned by the Chef or manager-on-duty.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed