Cook 1

Areas; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Areas USA in Boston is seeking a Line Cook to join its back-of-house team. You will prepare dishes according to recipes and chef specifications, interact with a diverse team, and support opening and closing procedures.

The role requires reading prep sheets, basic math for portions, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Reads prep sheets and recipes accurately.
• Follows procedures and chef instructions.
• Maintains portion control and accurate measurements.
• Manages physical demands of standing and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Follow opening and closing procedures.
• Prepare food per recipes and chef specifications.
• Set up and operate kitchen equipment.
• Keep workstation, coolers, and tools clean and stocked.

Skills

Recipes & abbreviations literacy

Fast-paced environment

Team collaboration

Basic math for measurements

Physical stamina

Job description

Overview -As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for preparing dishes according to recipes and chef specifications.If you want a job where no day is the same and where you will interact with people from around the world while developing your hospitality skills, join our team and apply now.ResponsibilitiesFollow assignments for opening and closing procedures, as well as food productionPrepare food and beverage products following recipe guidelines, using proper preparation techniques, and sanitation guidelinesSet up and operate kitchen equipmentKeep workstation and equipment clean, organized, and sufficiently stockedQualificationsAbility to understand recipes and food abbreviationsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment with a high level of attention to detailAbility to follow procedures, take directions, and work in a team environmentBasic math skills to understand, calculate, and follow recipe measurements and proportionsPhysical RequirementsConstant standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive motionsAbility to lift 20 pounds or moreAbility to move rapidly and coordinate multiple ordersExposure to variable temperaturesiew menus and customer orders to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared and comply with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies, and procedures, ensuring proper food temperatures are maintained, food is stored correctly, the freshness and quality of all menu items, and packages all products to proper specificationsKeep workstation, coolers, and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked, as well as maintaining the kitchen and storage facilities in a sanitary conditionUse waste control guidelines and record all waste on the spoilage sheetPerform opening, closing, and side work duties and end-of-day inventory in accordance with guidelinesQualificationsAt least 2 years of previous experience in a back-of-the-house foodservice positionAbility to read and comprehend prep sheets and recipesBasic math skills, with the ability to calculate and follow recipe measurementsPhysical RequirementsMust be able to lift up to 50 lbs to and from freezers and ovens, reach up to seven feet, twist, bend, and squatStanding and walking for the entire length of shift in moderate to high noise levelsManual ability to chop, mix, blend, whip a variety of foods and liquids and operate kitchen equipmentExposed to variable temperatures