Line Cook

WINDSOR CAPITAL GROUP•Brea, CA

4d•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Windsor Hospitality is seeking a Cook for its restaurant team in Brea, California. The Cook prepares soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other menu items to order, following recipes and established procedures while maintaining consistency, quality, and careful presentation in a fast-paced kitchen. The role also involves keeping food properly stored and following food-safety standards.

Requirements

Proficient use of kitchen hand tools and equipment, including knives, blenders, grinders, slicers, and tenderizers.
Ability to read and accurately follow recipe cards and established procedures.
Ability to measure, cut, and prepare ingredients precisely and consistently.
Spatial awareness to visualize finished dishes and plate them accordingly.
Basic math skills to calculate ingredient quantities, portion sizes, and material costs.
Ability to take full responsibility for the accuracy and quality of food produced.
Flexibility to work any day of the week, including weekends and holidays, may be required.

Responsibilities

Read menus to estimate food requirements and order food from suppliers or obtain it from storage as needed.
Adjust temperature controls for ovens, boilers, grills, roasters, and steam kettles.
Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes, using kitchen utensils and equipment to prepare soups, salads, gravies, desserts, sauces, and casseroles.
Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods to the proper doneness.
Season food during preparation and cooking according to recipe specifications and culinary judgment.
Taste, smell, and otherwise check food during cooking for flavor and proper doneness.
Carve meat, portion food onto serving plates, and add gravies, sauces, and garnishes to complete orders.
Return unused food items to designated storage areas at the end of the shift, covering and dating perishables in compliance with food-safety standards.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for eligible employees.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Career growth opportunities and promotion from within.
Paid Time Off (PTO).
Paid sick leave.
Employee hotel discounts.
Complimentary on-shift meals at participating hotels.
Recognition and rewards program, including performance awards, milestone celebrations, and incentive programs.