What are the responsibilities and job description for the Line Cook position at The Buttery?
Overview
The Line Cook plays a vital role in bringing The Buttery’s menu to life - preparing, cooking, and portioning a variety of dishes with care, precision, and consistency. Working in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen, this role is all about craftsmanship, efficiency, and collaboration. You'll work closely with the kitchen team to create fresh, high-quality food while maintaining the highest standards of safety and excellence.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and present menu items following recipes, portion sizes, and standards.
- Operate various kitchen equipment (e.g., ovens, stoves, grills) in a safe and efficient manner.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including proper storage of ingredients and supplies.
- Monitor and control inventory levels, assisting with stock rotation and minimizing food waste.
- Follow al food safety and sanitation guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
- Assist in receiving and inspecting deliveries to ensure proper quantity and quality of products.
- Support other kitchen staff as needed to ensure smooth operation during peak service hours.
- Communicate any issues or concerns regarding food quality, safety, or kitchen equipment to the Sous Chef.
Qualifications
- At least 1 year of experience in a high-volume kitchen is preferred.
- Excellent time management, organizational, and listening skills.
- Passion for hospitality and creating excellent meals.
- Be caring, self-motivated, and exhibit an aptitude for learning, teaching & teamwork.
What We Offer
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement as our cafe continues to expand.
- Dynamic Work Environment: Work in a fun, supportive, and dynamic environment where we take our work seriously but have fun while we do it.
- Employee Benefits: 401k, PTO, Sick Time, Health/Vision/Dental Insurance, Food/Beverage Discounts and more.
About Us
We believe in more than just serving exceptional food and drink—we believe in fostering a community where great people, comfort, and quality converge.
The Buttery is many things:
- a great local eatery
- the village bakery & patisserie
- an exceptional specialty coffee shop
- all wrapped in a unique retail environment
We are a communal gathering place that fosters care and warmth through great hospitality in our customers' lives. But most importantly, we are a collective of people coming together with a shared goal of building a healthy business through creating exceptional food and providing wonderful experiences.