Line Cook

Compass Group•Lake Buena Vista, FL

9d•$16 - $20

About The Position

The Line Cook prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and company standards, guidelines, regulations, policies, and procedures, and ensures quality food service at all times. The role prepares and presents food for service while following standardized recipes, production schedules, portioning requirements, temperature standards, and HACCP practices. The position also helps maintain an orderly and safe kitchen, operates and cares for kitchen equipment, supports production planning and record keeping, and assists with ordering and receiving food and supplies. The Line Cook reports maintenance needs, faulty equipment, or accidents promptly and maintains effective working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators, and managers.

Requirements

Follow applicable food safety standards, policies, and procedures, including HACCP and safe food-handling practices.
Use required protective equipment and safe work practices when handling knives and other cutting tools, hot pans, or kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

Prepare high-quality food according to standardized recipes and instructions and meet production, delivery, and service schedules.
Serve meals or prepare them for delivery using correct portions and standards; ensure food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty; taste prepared food items.
Use established ticket collection procedures during service and maintain records for the work area during service periods.
Clean the kitchen after preparation and service, maintain cleanliness, and store or discard excess food according to safe food-handling procedures.
Keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and orderly, and store food and supplies according to standards.
Operate and maintain kitchen equipment as instructed.
Assist with production planning, record keeping, and reporting as required.
Assist with ordering and receiving food and supplies as required.
Immediately report maintenance needs, faulty equipment, or accidents to the supervisor.
Attend in-service and safety meetings.
Maintain good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators, and managers.
Work safely and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
Ensure proper food presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures, and follow HACCP standards.
Follow company safety policies, including use of medium-weight cut gloves when handling specified cutting tools or cleaning a slicer, appropriate gloves when handling hot items, slip-resistant shoes, and proper lifting techniques.
Perform other duties as assigned.