Line Cook

Job Summary:

The line cook will efficiently prepare and cook food in an upscale food setting.    

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operates large-volume cooking equipment such as griddles, grills, or deep fryers.  
• Prepares, washes, and cuts food to be cooked. 
• Prepares and cooks food according to instructions provided on food order slips or through verbal directions; verifies the quality and quantity of all orders. 
• Multitasks by cooking several different orders at once, ensuring that all items are prepared in accordance with customer instructions. 
• Maintains overall sanitation, health, cleanliness, and safety standards for food preparation areas, cooking services, and dishes and utensils. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.  

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety. 
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn food-handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures. 
• Ability to work efficiently and quickly.  
• Must be able to work well as part of a team. 
• Must be able to work well under pressure.
• Ability to maintain personal cleanliness.   

Education and Experience:

• High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics, such as food safety, preferred. 

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. 
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.