Line Cook starting at $22/ hr and up

DRG Employer•Boston, MA

10h

About The Position

Line Cooks play a key role in delivering the superior food and service central to Eddie Merlot’s mission. They prepare high-quality food in a timely, efficient, and sanitary manner, following company policies, standard recipes, procedures, presentation specifications, food and occupational safety standards, and guidelines for producing exceptional food with minimal waste. Line Cooks maintain clean, orderly stations and work with other kitchen and restaurant team members to provide guests with outstanding food and hospitality. Experienced Line Cooks may assist with training and supervision, and may perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

One or more years of experience as a line cook, preferably in a fine-dining restaurant.
Experience operating grills, broilers, fryers, sauté burners, convection ovens, flat-top ranges, and other kitchen equipment.
Demonstrated knowledge of food preparation and production, cooking techniques, sanitation, and safe food handling.
Commitment to quality and service and to expanding knowledge and skills.
Ability to read and communicate in English.
Clean and professional appearance.
Self-motivated and able to work calmly and effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Ability to multitask and manage quickly changing priorities.
Strong teamwork orientation, organization, and ability to take direction.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to stand for five or more hours at a time.
Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Manual dexterity to use knives and kitchen equipment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Basic math and computer skills.

Responsibilities

Complete and pass required initial and ongoing training modules.
Know the weekly work schedule, arrive on time, and meet uniform and professional appearance standards.
Communicate with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef about nightly specials, guest flow, banquets, and special events.
Set up the station according to standard procedures and complete food preparation assignments.
Restock and maintain sufficient food product levels throughout the shift.
Handle, store, and rotate products according to standard procedures.
Prepare food according to standard recipes, portion controls, temperature and presentation specifications, sanitation procedures, and timing guidelines.
Prepare food for guests with allergies or intolerances.
Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized workstation throughout the shift.
Complete assigned side and closing duties using checklists.
Assist with sanitary food storage and cleaning and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and storage areas.
Follow reporting procedures for re-cooks, spills, waste, problems, incidents, and accidents.
Communicate openly, demonstrate teamwork, and assist other team members as needed.
Cross-train and help at other stations and in other kitchen roles as needed.
Follow company policies, procedures, station requirements, workplace behavior guidelines, and food-handling, sanitation, and safety regulations.
Attend team meetings.
Communicate guest requests or complaints and ideas for improvement to Managers.
Experienced Line Cooks may assist with training and supervision.
Perform other related duties as assigned.