Line Cook

SPORTECH VENUES INC • Windsor Locks, CT

11d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

The Line Cook prepares food and sets up or preps required items and supplies. The role involves preparing menu ingredients, executing standardized recipes, plating and garnishing meals according to instructions from BOH Management, and cooking menu items in cooperation with the rest of the BOH staff. The Line Cook also ensures cooking stations are stocked and that stations and kitchen surfaces are cleaned and disinfected before and after each shift. The position follows food rotation practices to reduce waste and contamination risk, maintains a positive and professional demeanor with coworkers, and follows company and location-specific food and beverage policies.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience as a line cook or prep cook in a high-volume operation or creative environment.
• Basic knowledge or understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic knowledge of food health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu ingredients, including washing, peeling, cutting, and slicing fruits and vegetables and marinating meats.
• Prepare and execute recipes by following standardized recipes.
• Plate and garnish meal items according to instructions from BOH Management.
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the BOH staff.
• Ensure cooking stations are set up and stocked with necessary ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Clean and disinfect cooking stations and kitchen surfaces before and after each shift.
• Follow standard food rotation practices to reduce food waste and minimize contamination risk.
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor with coworkers.
• Follow company policies in the food and beverage handbook and policies specific to the location.

What This Job Offers

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