Cook 1

Areas; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Areas USA in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Line Cook to prepare dishes according to recipes and chef specifications. You will follow opening and closing procedures, set up and operate kitchen equipment, and keep workstations clean and stocked.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, read prep sheets, and ensure proper temperatures and sanitation while handling multiple orders throughout each shift.

Qualifications

• Back-of-house foodservice experience is preferred.
• Ability to read prep sheets and recipes.
• Basic math skills to calculate recipe measurements.

Responsibilities

• Follow opening/closing procedures for the line.
• Prepare dishes according to recipes and chef specifications.
• Set up and operate kitchen equipment.
• Keep workstation, equipment, and area clean and stocked.
• Assist with end-of-day inventory and sanitation.

Skills

Read recipes

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Math for recipes

Job description

Overview - $20.98 per hourAs 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