Cook

Elsa's; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Elsa's is seeking a dedicated line cook to accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot items. The role includes plating, garnishing, and preparing appropriate garnishes for all plates, while maintaining sanitary work areas and following kitchen procedures.

The candidate should have 1 year of kitchen experience, at least 6 months in a similar role, and be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods. Communication with team and management is essential.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel.
• Able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to work in a standing position for long periods (up to 9 hours).

Responsibilities

• Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, vegetables and other food items for cooking.
• Assumes responsibility for quality of products served.
• Maintains clean and sanitary work station and equipment.
• Plates and garnishes dishes according to presentation standards.
• Assists with closing the kitchen and stays compliant with procedures.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Communication

Physical stamina

Standing for long hours

Job description

## Description**Summary of Position:**Accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. Also perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates.**Duties & Responsibilities****:*** Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.* Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.* Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.* Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.* Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.* Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.* Prepares item for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating.* Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.* Handles, stores and rotates all products properly.* Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.* Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen.* Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.* Performs other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty.## Qualifications**Qualifications:*** A minimum of 1 year of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.* At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.* Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel.* Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.* Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours).