Line Cook

Tandem Hospitality Group•Fort Smith, AR

20d

About The Position

A Line Cook prepares consistent, high-quality meals according to recipes and standards. The role maintains a clean and sanitized work area, ensures food is presented and garnished impeccably, and helps exceed guest expectations and encourage repeat business.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent vocational training.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, and cooperativeness, and to work with minimal supervision.
Punctuality and reliable attendance.
Interpersonal skills and ability to work well with coworkers and the public.
Food safety training and certification as required by law.
Ability to lift 60 pounds and stand for long periods.
High level of professionalism.

Responsibilities

Set up stations and gather the mise en place needed for service.
Weigh and measure ingredients for cooking.
Prepare a variety of foods, including meat, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and cold food items.
Prepare sauces and garnishes for the assigned station.
Cover, date, and store food items correctly according to safe food-handling procedures.
Inform the chef in advance of likely shortages.
Ensure food is at the correct temperature and taste food items for quality before serving.
Use food preparation tools according to manufacturers’ instructions.
Close the kitchen properly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations.
Maintain an organized and sanitized work area and follow safe, hygienic food-handling practices.
Return dirty food-preparation utensils to the appropriate areas.
Assist staff with other duties as assigned by the kitchen manager.
Sanitize refrigerators and storerooms.
Operate and maintain kitchen appliances.
Perform record-keeping and report-generation duties.
Order and receive food and supplies.
Report unforeseen circumstances, maintenance needs, or faulty equipment to the manager.
Maintain outstanding working relationships with staff, guests, and supervisors.
Perform other duties as assigned, requested, or deemed necessary by management.