Line Cook

Big Whiskey's•Fayetteville, AR

11d

About The Position

The Line Cook accurately and efficiently cooks meats, fish, vegetables, soups, and other hot food products, and prepares and portions food products before cooking. The role also supports food and final plate preparation, including plating and garnishing cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for hot menu plates. The position is part of Big Whiskey’s American Restaurant & Bar, a growing restaurant group committed to friendly service, consistent food and cocktails, community involvement, and a safe, welcoming environment for employees.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
At least 6 months of experience in a similar capacity.
Ability to communicate clearly with managers and kitchen and dining-room personnel.
Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
Ability to stand for long periods, up to 9 hours.

Responsibilities

Prepare meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items for cooking using broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, and other kitchen equipment.
Take full responsibility for the quality of products served.
Follow standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
Stock and maintain sufficient food products at line stations for smooth service.
Portion food according to standard sizes and recipe specifications, and label and date items for proper rotation.
Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation and kitchen equipment, including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection ovens, flat-top ranges, and refrigeration equipment.
Prepare items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing, and other cooking methods by portioning, seasoning, and/or marinating.
Follow plate-presentation and garnish setups for all dishes.
Handle, store, and rotate products properly.
Assist with food-preparation assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
Close the kitchen properly, follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations, and assist others with closing.
Attend scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the kitchen manager or manager on duty.