Cook I

Recruiting.com LLC; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruiting.com LLC in Lexington, Kentucky is seeking a Line Cook to prepare dishes per recipes and chef specifications. You will measure, portion, and cook items promptly while maintaining proper temperatures and safety standards.

The role requires basic math for recipe scaling and the ability to follow directions, with responsibilities including opening/closing duties and keeping a clean, stocked workstation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a prep cook or line cook.
• Ability to move rapidly and coordinate multiple orders.
• Ability to follow procedures and take directions.
• Basic math skills to understand, calculate, and follow recipe measurements and proportions.
• No high school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Properly measure, portion, and cook all food items in a timely manner.
• Ensure correct food temperatures are maintained, and food is stored safely.
• Perform opening, closing, and side work duties according to proper guidelines.
• Keep workstation and equipment clean, organized, and sufficiently stocked.
• Use waste control guidelines and record all waste on spoilage sheet.

Skills

Prep/Line cook experience

Multitasking

Follow procedures

Basic math

No HS diploma

Education

No HS diploma or GED required

Job description

Overview - $16.50

As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for preparing dishes according to recipes and chef specifications.

Responsibilities

• Properly measure, portion, and cook all food items in a timely manner
• Ensure correct food temperatures are maintained, and food is stored safely
• Perform opening, closing, and side work duties according to proper guidelines
• Keep workstation and equipment clean, organized, and sufficiently stocked
• Use waste control guidelines and record all waste on spoilage sheet

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a prep cook or line cook
• Ability to move rapidly and coordinate multiple orders
• Ability to follow procedures and take directions
• Basic math skills to understand, calculate, and follow recipe measurements and proportions
• No high school diploma or GED required

Physical Requirements

• Manual dexterity is sufficient to chop, mix, and blend a variety of foods and liquids.
• Ability to carry large pans, weighing up to 50 pounds, and operate kitchen equipment
• Constant standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive motions
• Exposed to variable temperatures