Cook

Eggs Up Grill; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a forward-thinking restaurant where your culinary skills can shine. As a Line Cook, you'll play a crucial role in delivering delicious meals in a fast-paced environment. This position requires not just cooking expertise but also a commitment to food safety and teamwork. If you thrive in a dynamic kitchen setting and are passionate about providing exceptional service, this opportunity is perfect for you. You'll be part of a welcoming atmosphere that values genuine hospitality and community connection, making every day rewarding.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience, especially as a line chef/prep cook.
• Familiarity with kitchen terminology and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in collaboration with kitchen staff.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and stations.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Cooking Experience

Kitchen Terminology

Cooking Methods

Speed and Accuracy

Food Safety Regulations

Education

ServSafe Certification (preferred)

Job description

Description
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!

Description
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!