Line Cook

QUAIL RUN ASSOC INC • Santa Fe, NM

13d

About The Position

Responsible for accurately and efficiently preparing food to the exact specifications of the Executive Chef and customer requests.

Requirements

• Proficient understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills
• Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures.
• Ability to work in a team environment, take direction, work calmly and effectively under pressure, must have problem solving abilities, be self-motivated and organized.
• Requires professional communication skills between all co-workers and clientele.
• Minimum of two (2) years as line cook in fine dining establishment.
• Valid and current ANSI Food Handler Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Attendance to Culinary program or college preferred.

Responsibilities

• Station Set Up – Responsible for preparing line before the start of each service.
• Ensure all supplies and food needed for the shift are available and ready for use.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line station to assure a smooth service period.
• Prep food items as required, including those needed for other stations or for special events and buffets;
• Knows and complies consistently with established portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures;
• Responsible for preparing food according to orders received in a prompt and timely manner, at the proper temperature, portion controls and presentation specifications as set by the Executive Chef.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, sauté burners, ovens, flat top range, all walk-ins and refrigeration equipment on a daily basis;
• Responsible for cleaning the line at the end of service; Assists others to close at the end of shift or service;
• Handles, stores and rotates all food products properly;
• Responsible for accepting food deliveries and placing items in the proper storage area;
• Assists in the development of new recipes and continually stays abreast of new culinary trends;
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Executive Chef or Sous Chef.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed