Cook

Ontario Trillium Foundation; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Eggs Up Grill in Lake Charles, LA is seeking a dependable Line Cook/Prep Cook to join our kitchen team. You will proficiently cook at five stations, prep ingredients, and maintain food safety using ServSafe practices.

We value speed, accuracy, teamwork, and a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment. Experience as a line cook or prep cook and familiarity with kitchen terminology are required; ServSafe certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience at a line cook or prep cook level.
• Familiar with kitchen terminology.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, and equipment.
• Fast, accurate execution of tasks.
• Commitment to sanitation and safety standards.
• Eligible to pursue ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stock stations with needed supplies.
• Prepare food for service.
• Cook menu items with kitchen staff.
• Clean up stations and kitchen.
• Stock inventory.
• Ensure quality and timely dishes.
• Follow nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.
• Maintain positive, professional attitude with coworkers and customers.
• Complete temperature logs and cleaning checklists.
• Participate in all kitchen roles, including dishwasher when needed.

Skills

Line cook experience

Kitchen terminology

Cooking methods

Accuracy and speed

Industry best practices

ServSafe willingness

Job description

Our hours of operation are 6:00am - 2:00pm.

The Line Cook works with a team to provide excellent, delicious, and consistently prepared food in a fast-paced environment. The Line Cook/Prep Cook is able to proficiently cook recipes at each of five stations as well as prep all ingredients. Food safety and ServSafe procedures are of the utmost importance and each Line Cook is very familiar with these regulations. This team member maintains a great attitude during stressful, busy kitchen shifts as well as assisting fellow line cooks and Kitchen Manager as they are able. Great service, great attitude, and great team work are key traits of this employee.

Job activities:

• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies
• Prepare food for service
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Clean up station and kitchen
• Stock inventory appropriately
• Ensure that food comes out at high quality and in a timely fashion
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
• Complete Temperature Logs and Checklists for daily and weekly cleaning and maintenance tasks
• Participate in all roles in the kitchen as required, including as dishwasher when needed

Requirements

Proven cooking experience, including experience as a line chef/prep cook

Familiarity and fluency in kitchen terminology

Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, procedures, and equipment

Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks

Familiar with industry best practices

Willingness to pursue ServSafe certification is a plus

Company Information

In our Eggs Up Grill DNA, we commit to provide Real Service for Real People – “wholesome and genuine,” “authentic, friendly and genuine hospitality.” Our restaurants are Home to the Whole Neighborhood – warmly welcoming anyone and everyone, ensuring everyone feels right at home. We’d love to make you a part of our family!