Line Cook
$45,760–$52,000 year
On-siteSparta, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Obtain daily production schedules from the Chef and maintain assigned stations independently while following established recipes, portioning, and presentation standards. Taste food to assure quality, take food orders, check inventory, and date/label items according to policy, rotating stock to minimize waste. Carry up to 50 pounds occasionally and 35 pounds regularly, ensuring hot food is served hot and cold food is served cold. Assist with cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen areas, walk-in coolers, and storage spaces, leaving stations better than you found them. Work nights, weekends, and holidays to maintain high pace throughout the shift, coordinating with the team to meet time standards.
Required Qualifications
- Must be able to work nights, weekends and some holidays
- Carry 50 pounds occasionally and 35 pounds regularly
- Some leadership experience
- Must be able to effectively lead and coach others
- Strong attention to detail
- Calm and effective under pressure
- Problem solving and organization skills
- Maintain high pace for entire shift
- Take direction and work as a team
- Work with a variety of personalities and experience levels
- Cooking and knife skills
- Health and safety regulations knowledge
- Use and maintenance of kitchen equipment
- Communication skills
- Professional appearance
- Valid driver's license
Desired Qualifications
- Cross-train when possible/required to develop a broader understanding
- Attended-station service experience
- Efficient and friendly service to customers
- Continued career development and growth opportunities
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