Line Cook (26-27 Season)

Milwaukee Repertory Theater•Milwaukee, WI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Line Cook will work directly with the back of house team and is responsible for managing the timely preparation of food items during service, some prep and following recipes and other established guidelines. This position also ensures that all food has been properly prepared according to health safety guidelines.

Requirements

Must be able to multi-task
Have the ability to work well under pressure and as a team
Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment
Be able to maintain a high quality of friendly and attentive service to our patrons
Must have very strong verbal communication skills
Ability to bend, stoop, stand for up to six hours at a time and lift up to 25 pounds
Availability to work nights and weekends
A willingness to commit to the mission, vision, and values of the theater
Must be able to stand for up to 6 hours at a time.
This position frequently lifts, carries, or otherwise moves and positions objects weighing up to 25 pounds unassisted.
Ability to pass a background check in accordance with state and/or federal laws
Communicate well with a diverse group of colleagues
Demonstrate an aptitude and eagerness to learn new skills and processes when necessary
Solve problems and engage in creative thinking about challenges individually and in a group environment
Are able to accept and incorporate feedback
Have excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and diplomacy skills and ability to be self-directed and take initiative
Demonstrates an understanding of historical and institutional racism in the American theatre and/or a willingness to commit to learning and to the mission, vision, and values of the theater in areas of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusionefforts both in the workplace and in our community

Nice To Haves

Basic knife skills and knowledge of basic cooking including grill and sauté preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure food has been made properly according to recipes and health codes
Communicate with other cooks, food runners and servers to coordinate various needs, dietary restrictions and 86 items
Must be able to work positively with all staff members, independently and as part of a team
Ensure that your station is kept clean, organized and closed properly at end of shift
General cleaning & maintenance of work areas, complete all assigned daily tasks & organize, put away & rotate orders as needed
Comply with health and sanitation standards
Must be able to multi-task and keep calm in high pressure situations and have very strong verbal communication skills
Basic knife skills and knowledge of basic cooking including grill and sauté preferred
Must be able to stand for up to 6 hours at a time.
This position frequently lifts, carries, or otherwise moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted
Availability to work nights and weekends
Ensure food is prepared timely, accurately and consistently