Cook

Smith Management Group Master; Asbury Park (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith restaurant in Asbury Park, NJ is seeking a Line Cook to join a fast-paced kitchen team. You will prepare food to exact recipes, manage the station workflow, and help ensure timely, high-quality dishes for guests.

The role requires strong communication, reliability, and the ability to work collaboratively with cooks and servers. Competitive hourly pay is offered with opportunities for growth within the kitchen team.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to stay calm and professional in a busy environment.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Accurate and fast execution of tasks.
• Able to lift 20–40 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and move for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies.
• Preparing food for service according to recipe with integrity.
• Cooking menu items in cooperation with teammates.
• Following Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef’s instructions.
• Cleaning up station and properly storing food and ingredients.
• Ensuring food is produced timely and of high quality.
• Comply with food safety and sanitation regulations and safety standards.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and guests.
• Clock in and out for every shift at kiosk terminal.

Skills

multitask

communication

calm under pressure

cooking methods

accuracy

lifting

mobility

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Porta at Asbury LLC - Asbury Park, NJ 07712Salary Range: $18.00 - $23.00 HourlyLine Cook

A Line Cook at any Smith restaurant prepares food and ensures each dish is made to recipe with integrity. A line cook is responsible for the station’s workflow and getting meals out on time. They oversee the cooking process from start to finish and determine how much time each steep requires. The line cook must set up and stock their cooking area with all essential items. A Line Cook is detail oriented, highly organized, and an excellent communicator. They always keep their station impeccable and well stocked to ensure food safety and high-quality dishes. They will work closely with their teammates by communicating powerfully to ensure a smooth operation and enjoyable experience for guests. Commitment, enthusiasm, integrity, humility, sense of team, and grace under pressure are required.

Accountabilities include

• Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
• Preparing food for service with integrity according to recipe
• Cooking menu items in cooperation with their teammates
• Following Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef’s instructions
• Cleaning up station and properly storing food and ingredients
• Ensuring food comes out in a timely fashion with integrity and of high quality
• Comply with food safety and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and guests
• Clock in and out for every shift at kiosk terminal

QualificationsIdeal skills and attributes

• Ability to multi-task and move with urgency and intention in a fast-paced work environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
• Able to lift 20 to 40 pounds
• Able to stand, walk (up and down flights of stairs), reach, for 100% of work time