Line Cook
On-siteTuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
Job Summary
Line Cook position responsible for setting up workstations, preparing ingredients, and cooking; ensure attractive presentation by dressing dishes; assist with serving food to clients; maintain sanitation per regulations; collaborate with coworkers and management; participate in events; manage receipt and storage of ingredients; communicate with management via calls, emails, and texts. Requires teamwork, strong communication, food handling knowledge, and adherence to safety standards. Prior experience in food service and a valid food safety/sanitation certification are preferred; 2+ years in a commercial kitchen and high school coursework in kitchen basics are advantageous. Physical requirements include standing 8+ hours, lifting up to 50 pounds, and exposure to kitchen hazards.
Required Qualifications
- Ability to work well as part of a team
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with a variety of personalities and under pressure
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Understanding of or the ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures
- Be familiar with the industry's best practices
- 2+ years food service skills or related experience preferred
- Have experience with bulk food prep and production in a commercial kitchen setting
- Ability to pass a background check
- Have a valid food safety handler and sanitation certification in accordance with state and local regulations or obtain one within 30 days of employment
- High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred
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