Job Description
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY : The line cook is accountable for preparing all food dishes according to established recipes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Prepare a variety of dishes ranging from meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other items meeting the highest cooking standards using Laziza Mediterranean Grill’s established recipes
- Prepare dishes by cooking in broilers, ovens, grills and a variety of kitchen equipment
- Assume responsibility for quality of products served
- Comply consistently with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures
- Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service
- Control costs by portioning of food products according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications, rotation of food, and exercising caution and proper use of company equipment to avoid loss of product through accidental breakage / disposal
- Prepare items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and / or marinating
- Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
- Handle, store and rotate all products properly
- Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
- Perform related side work duties as needed, such as helping to wash dishes, restocking product, preparing recycling and cleaning around the kitchen
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation at all times; performs opening and closing clean-up duties to ensure clean line area, grill, fryer, microwave, floors, coolers, and freezers
- Uphold company safety and sanitation requirements to ensure the health and safety of our guests and employees
- Other duties as assigned
ESSENTIAL CORE VALUES :
Integrity – The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles. Having integrity means doing the right thing in a reliable way.Teamwork –The process of working collaboratively with a group of people in order to achieve a goal. In order to work as a team, we need to :Effectively communicate
Create efficiency in all we doRespect each otherFoster ideas to make improvementsTry hard to not offend and try even harder not to be offendedExcellence – The quality of being outstanding or extremely good. Every employee that comes through the door will come with the mindset to create excellence – not just work.QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS :
Excellent culinary skillsPossess the ethics and positive attitude that support our values and cultureAbility to multi-task, prioritize, and organizeMust be able to maintain a quick and efficient working pace to meet the needs of the businessAbility to work as a team playerEDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE :
This position does not have any specific education or experience requirementsESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS :
Ability to stand / walk for 8 hours per dayMust be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbsWill frequently reach, bend, lift, carry, stoop, fine manipulation throughout the shiftMust be able to work in both warm and cold environmentsMust be able to tolerate higher levels of noise from kitchen machinery, music, and customersMust be able to tolerate potential allergens : peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, and seafoodUNIFORM :
Employees are expected to present themselves in a neat, clean, professional manner. This includes wearing a clean uniform, good personal hygiene, clean well-trimmed nails, and no gum chewing while on duty.BENEFITS & PERKS :
Great work life balanceClosed on SundayClosed major holidays – Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day, Memorial Day & Labor DayAccess to Direct Primary Care Health Insurance ProgramPaid Time OffRetirement Savings Program (IRA) with Employer MatchAdvancement opportunitiesDiscounted shift meals