Cook

Tandem Hospitality Group; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Tandem Hospitality Group in Lexington, Kentucky, is seeking a Line Cook responsible for preparing a variety of meals according to recipes and standards. The role includes maintaining a clean work area and ensuring high-quality food presentation to exceed guest expectations.

The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication skills, and proper food safety training. The position requires punctuality and the ability to lift 60 lbs.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent vocational training.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy.
• Punctuality and reliable attendance.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work well with co-workers.
• Proper food safety training and certification as described by law.
• Ability to lift 60 lbs and stand for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Set up stations and collect all necessary misenplais.
• Weigh and measure ingredients for cooking.
• Prepare a variety of foods including meat, seafood, and vegetables.
• Cover, date and store all food items properly.
• Ensure the correct temperature of food.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Proper food safety training and certification

Ability to lift 60 lbs

Education

High School graduate or equivalent vocational training

Job description

A Line Cook is responsible for a high level of consistent meals according to recipes and standards, always keeping a clean and sanitized work area and exhibiting impeccable food presentation and garnishing, leading to exceeding guest expectations and creating repeat business.

Job Responsibilities

• Set up stations and collect all necessary misenplais to prepare menu for service
• Weigh and measure ingredients for cooking
• Prepare a variety of foods including meat, seafood, poultry, vegetable and cold food items
• Prepare sauces and garnishes for allocated station
• Cover, date and correctly store all food items as per safe food-handling procedures
• Inform chef in advance of likely shortages
• Ensure the correct temperature of food
• Taste all food items for quality before serving
• Use food preparation tools in accordance with manufactures instructions
• Close the kitchen correctly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations
• Maintain an organized and sanitized work area at all times
• Constantly use safe and hygienic food handling practices
• Return dirty food preparation utensils to the appropriate areas
• Assist staff with other duties as assigned by kitchen manager
• Sanitize refrigerators and storerooms
• Operate and maintain all kinds of kitchen appliances
• Perform record keeping and reports generation duties
• Order and take delivery of food and supplies
• Report any unforeseen circumstances, maintenance needs or faulty equipment to the manager
• Maintain outstanding working relationships with staff, guests and supervisors
• Perform other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management

Job Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent vocational training
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperativeness and work with a minimum of supervision.
• Punctuality and reliable attendance.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with co-workers and the public.
• Proper food safety training and certification as described by law
• Ability to lift 60 lbs and stand for long periods of time
• High level of professionalism