Cook

Miguel’s Cocina; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Leave

Flexible schedule

Discounts on meals

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Miguel’s Cocina is hiring a line cook in Kentucky to efficiently set up stations, prepare meals, and ensure quality and safety. You will follow recipes precisely, present dishes well, and maintain a clean, organized workstation in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have at least 1+ year on a line, are team players, and can lift up to 50 pounds. Benefits include paid leave and a flexible schedule, with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years’ experience on a fast-paced line.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and safe temperatures for ingredients.
• Ability to follow direct orders and recipes to restaurant standards.
• Must stand, walk, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Professional appearance and strong communication at all times.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare all food items in a timely manner following guidelines.
• Follow recipes, controls, and presentation specs.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in all service areas.
• Assist with side duties and maintain food quality.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Dexterity

Stamina to lift up to 50 pounds

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Description

Compensation & Benefits:

• $18-22 per hour plus tips
• Paid Sick Leave
• Flexible schedule
• Discounts on meals
• Career advancement opportunities

Job Responsibilities:

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Prepare all food items in a timely manner following all company and food safety guidelines.
• Follow recipes, controls, portion and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant.
• Follow proper presentation of plates and garnishes.
• Maintain high standard and consistency of food quality and presentation.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of nutrition, common allergies, dietary restrictions and food terminology.
• Handle, store and rotate all food products to maintain quality and safety.
• Track and report food waste.
• Maintain clean and orderly service areas and complete side work duties.
• Comply with established safety and sanitation standards.
• Adhere to company policies and standard procedures.
• Accommodate guest requests with a positive attitude.
• Complete assigned sidework at the beginning, during, and at end of shift.
• Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1+ years’ experience on a fast-paced line, working all stations.
• Knowledge of safety procedures, including safe temperatures at which ingredients must be kept and to which food must be prepared to avoid foodborne illness.
• A desire to help where needed and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work positively and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow direct orders and recipes and to correctly prepare dishes to the standards of the restaurant.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to handle tools, such as knives for chopping, slicing, cutting, and dicing.
• Must be able to stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, wipe, and handle extreme heat for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Exhibit a professional appearance and mannerisms.
• Food Handler Certification.