What are the responsibilities and job description for the Catering Line Cook position at Second Plate Catering?
Overview
Join our culinary team as a Catering Line Cook, where your passion for food and dedication to excellence will shine! In this role, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes in a fast-paced catering environment, ensuring every meal meets our standards of taste, presentation, and safety. Your culinary expertise will contribute to memorable events and satisfied clients. We are committed to fostering a vibrant workplace that values teamwork, innovation, and professional growth.
Duties
- Prepare and assemble a variety of catering menu items with precision and consistency, adhering strictly to recipes and presentation standards
- Operate kitchen equipment such as grills, braising pans, and food production appliances safely and efficiently
- Execute food preparation tasks including grilling, braising, poaching, and other cooking techniques to produce high-volume meals
- Maintain strict food safety protocols by following sanitizing procedures, proper food handling practices, and sanitation standards to ensure a safe dining experience
- Support the dietary department by understanding dietary restrictions and accommodating special meal requests with accuracy
- Collaborate with team members to ensure timely service delivery during high-volume catering events while maintaining quality control
Skills
- Proven experience in food preparation within a catering or restaurant setting, with a focus on high-volume production
- Excellent knife skills and proficiency operating various kitchen equipment safely and effectively
- Familiarity with food safety management systems and sanitizing procedures to uphold hygiene standards
- Previous dietary aide or dietary department experience is a plus for understanding special dietary needs
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in fast-paced environments while maintaining attention to detail
- Solid background in food handling, meal preparation, and food service operations within the food industry or fine dining settings
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20