Summary

Your role as a Line Cook at The Hungry Group is extremely important to our success. You will be trained extensively on how to perform your job. Your speed and efficiency are imperative to the smooth operation of the kitchen and the satisfaction of our guests. You need speed to successfully complete your tasks. Your efficiency and consistency will help assure 100% guest satisfaction. You will be provided with high quality products and the necessary tools and equipment to complete your daily duties.

Responsibilities

• Assumes 100% responsibility for work, prep, or finished product he/she produces
• Knows and complies completely with our standard portion sizes, cooking techniques, quality standards, kitchen rules and procedures
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of product on line stations to ensure smooth service
• Adheres to standard recipes as written in the recipe book
• Maintains a sanitary work station including tables, all hotline equipment, refrigerators, dish area, and prep area
• Follows proper plate presentation for all dishes
• Handles, stores and rotates products properly
• Assists in food prep assignments during off peak periods as needed
• Closes the kitchen properly by following closing checklist, and assists others in closing
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings ideas for improvement
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the chef

Competencies

EFFICIENCY AND SPEED—a good line cook must work quickly and efficiently so that our speed of service objectives are met while maintaining our high level of quality and plate presentation.

ORGANIZATION--Since speed of execution is so important so is maintaining an organized work area. A good Line Cook keeps a sufficient level of product ready in the right storage areas. A good Line Cook has the right tools and equipment ready when needed.

ABILITY TO PERFORM IN FAST PACED ENVIRONMENT--A good Line Cook must be able to think quickly on his/her feet with multiple activities going on at once. A good Line Cook doesn't get flustered easily and even enjoys the challenge of an extra busy shift.

FOCUS ON QUALITY/PRIDE IN WORK--A Line Cook's work is placed directly in front of our guests. The type of job performed by our Line Cooks influences our guests' entire experience. Good Line Cooks take great pride in serving great food and follow our high standards of quality and consistency on every product that leaves their station.

ALWAYS A TEAM PLAYER--A good Line Cook is always aware of what's happening on the line and in the kitchen and is ready and willing to help others get the job done.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Physical setting:

• Casual dining restaurant
• Fast casual restaurant

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person