Line Cook- Legal Sea Foods

LEGAL SEA FOODS•Cambridge, MA

6d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Line Cook prepares and cooks food in accordance with company quality and service standards. The role coordinates orders to ensure they are cooked accurately and on time, and requires strong knowledge of menu items and recipe ingredients. The Line Cook ensures food is held at appropriate temperatures and works effectively in a fast-paced, fluid kitchen environment. The position requires teamwork, the ability to take direction and delegate, good judgment, effective communication, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Employees are expected to demonstrate good manners, proper personal hygiene, a positive attitude, and promptness. The role is based at Legal Sea Foods’ Kendall Square location in Cambridge, Massachusetts. New hires must complete Form I-9 and participate successfully in the federal E-Verify process.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in a high-volume restaurant setting.
Culinary background and knife skills.
Cooking skills in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Strong understanding of food safety and handling procedures.
Ability to perform under pressure.
Ability to complete Form I-9 and participate successfully in E-Verify as a new hire.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook food items according to company quality and service standards.
Coordinate orders to ensure they are cooked accurately and on time.
Demonstrate knowledge of menu items and recipe ingredients.
Ensure food temperatures are appropriate for each menu item.
Take direction and delegate effectively.
Promote a team atmosphere and work well with others.
Use good judgment and communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
Pursue continuous improvement of self and others.
Maintain good manners, proper personal hygiene, a positive attitude, and promptness.