MUST BE 21 TO APPLY.

Amendment XXI serves elevated pub food, line cook works under the supervision of a Manager &/or Lead cook. Line cooks basic duty includes the preparation of food as ordered by the guests. They are involved in the actual production of food and plating it. Depending on what specifically the manager/lead puts you in charge of on the line you need to prepare those specific food items as and when they are ordered by the incoming guests. Line cook is involved in controlling the food costs, maintaining the standards with respect to the quality of food that is being served, ensuring cleanliness, etc., and may perform other duties related to preparation of food like final plate preparation that may include plating, garnishing, etc.

Key Responsibilities

Adheres to all food safety regulations with respect to Benton Franklin Health District Rules and Regulations.

• Set up a station according to the guidelines provided by the Manager or Lead
• To prepare high quality food items by following the recipes as well as the presentation guidelines in such way that it should surpass the expectations of the guests
• To be involved in coordination of the food orders so that it is delivered on time and in an efficient manner
• To make sure that the special requests made by the guests are being delivered by adhering to the safety and quality standards
• To stock and maintain the food stations.
• To make sure that all the food that is being sent out is inspected properly before it moves out of the kitchen
• Line cook ensures that he/she is updated with knowledge of menu and of every food product that is being served in the restaurant.
• They make sure that all the sanitation standards are being followed strictly from time to time.
• They are responsible for cleaning and sanitizing the work area before and after the shift.
• Line cook may need to do some additional duties as requested by the manager or lead and may be required to do cleaning of the surfaces, sweeping of the floors, covering, and storing the food material, etc.
• They are involved in every aspect of cooking, right from setting up the workstation, bringing in the food items and arranging the utensils to cutting of vegetables, meat, etc., and ensuring that quality food is served within no time with absolutely no compromise on taste and quality of food that is being served. The presentation skills and sanitation standards are equally important.
• At the end of the shift, makes sure that all workstations are cleaned, and that the unused food is wrapped and stored properly.

IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES

• The basic and the most vital skill is that the line cook should have excellent cooking skills with strong customer service skills.
• They should be skilled at handling various food and kitchen equipment.
• They should be ready to do repetitive tasks, follow the opening and closing procedures, instructions, and should be able to juggle different types of work while working in a high pace work environment.
• They should be calm, committed to quality service, organized with good time management skills, etc.
• They should be a team player who should be physically fit, as you need to stand for long periods.
• Ability to multitask, remain calm, and prioritize in a highly visible, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment.
• Your responsibilities will be wide and varied. If you are comfortable with change and can think on your feet and problem solve, you will be successful.
• Highly organized, with relentless attention to detail and high standards that demand the delivery of consistently quality food to customers in a timely manner.
• Be open to feedback and can set your ego aside – customers come first, and they must be heard if we want to deliver the best meal experience possible.
• Displays integrity in all they do.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.50 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 36 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid sick time
• Referral program

Experience level:

• 1 year

Restaurant type:

• Bar

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Restaurant experience: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Richland, WA 99352 (Required)

Work Location: In person