Line Cook-Montrose
Description

The Line Cook prepares food exactly to the Executive Chef’s specifications and manages all food stations for menu execution.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and stock all food stations with necessary supplies
  • Prep all needed food items for service
  • Execute menu items according to specifications and standards
  • Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
  • Ensure that all food is made in a timely fashion and always in high quality
  • Clean up station and take care of any leftover or “bad” food according to the chef
  • Stock inventory of stations
  • Certify that all nutrition and sanitation regulations are kept

Skills

  • Cooking experience
  • Clear understanding of menu items
  • Understand and responsible for prepping ingredients
  • Strong grasp on various cooking methods, food items, equipment, etc.
  • Multitask in a high volume kitchen
  • Basic math and written communication skills

Working Conditions

  • Handle hot and cold work conditions during food preparation
  • Continuous reaching, bending, lifting, carrying items up to 30 lbs.
  • Stand and move around for the entirety of the scheduled shift

Education/Experience

  • Have a high school diploma, or equivalent (preferred).
  • 2 or 4 year culinary degree preferred, but not required. 
  • Minimum of 1-2 years experience in food service/hospitality field
  • Food handler's card may be required according to local and or state regulations