Line Cook

THE WILLIAMSBURG WINERY, LTD. • Williamsburg, VA

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About The Position

Responsibilities Include:

Sets up and stocks food items and other necessary supplies.
Prepares food items by cutting, chopping, mixing, and preparing sauces.
Cooks food items by grilling, frying, sautéing, and other cooking methods to specified recipes and standards.
Perform portion control and minimize waste to keep cost within forecasted range
Comply with applicable sanitary, health, and personal hygiene regulations per Virginia Department of Health, James City County, and other agencies
Maintain a clean work station area, including kitchen equipment, tables, and shelves
Ensure quality and freshness of ingredients and products
Perform additional tasks as may be assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; culinary degree preferred
• 1-3 years of experience cooking in a restaurant, hotel, or resort
• Understanding of cooking methods and procedures, and knife handling skills
• Ability to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
• Ability to read and follow cooking directions
• Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment
• Must be organized and self-motivated
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Must be able to stand for extended periods, bend, stretch, and lift/carry up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• culinary degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Sets up and stocks food items and other necessary supplies.
• Prepares food items by cutting, chopping, mixing, and preparing sauces.
• Cooks food items by grilling, frying, sautéing, and other cooking methods to specified recipes and standards.
• Perform portion control and minimize waste to keep cost within forecasted range
• Comply with applicable sanitary, health, and personal hygiene regulations per Virginia Department of Health, James City County, and other agencies
• Maintain a clean work station area, including kitchen equipment, tables, and shelves
• Ensure quality and freshness of ingredients and products
• Perform additional tasks as may be assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED