TEMP - Line Cook

City of Garland • Garland, TX

13d • $9 - $14

About The Position

Summary Responsible for creating meal portions, cleaning food, cooking meals and keeping a sanitized work area. Pay Range: $9.00 - $13.50 (Depending on qualifications and experience) Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces) Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff Clean up station and take care of leftover food Stock inventory appropriately Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

Requirements

• High School Diploma/ GED required
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• Valid Class C Texas driver's license
• TABC Certified and Food Handler Certificate required, or ability to obtain within two weeks of employment

Nice To Haves

• 2 years experience in the restaurant industry as a cook or food server
• Knowledge of materials, care and use of restaurant tools and equipment used in food preparation, cooking and serving.
• Knowledge of food and equipment safety.
• Ability to work with a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Skill in communicating effectively with employees by oral and written means.
• Ability to prepare, serve and cater large groups such as golf tournaments.
• Ability to work all shifts including opening and closing the restaurant.
• Ability to plan orders, procure and receive food and supplies and utilizing an inventory tracking system.
• Ability to accurately and speedily execute assigned tasks

Responsibilities

• Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
• Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Clean up station and take care of leftover food
• Stock inventory appropriately
• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees