Evening Line Cook - Plates & Prep Master

The Edgewater Hotel; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Edgewater Hotel in Madison, WI is seeking a PM shift Cook to join our kitchen team. This role focuses on preparing meats, seafood, vegetables, and hot dishes with precision and on-time plating.

You will help with plating, garnish setup, and maintaining a clean, sanitary workstation. Candidates should have at least 2 years of cooking experience, the ability to read recipes and restaurant tickets, and the flexibility to work evenings and weekends in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years cooking experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend recipes and restaurant tickets.
• Clear communication with managers and kitchen staff.
• Stand for long periods and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Knowledge of kitchen sanitation and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items using recipes with broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, and other kitchen equipment.
• Assume full responsibility for the quality of products served.
• Consistently comply with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, and kitchen policies.
• Stock and maintain sufficient food levels at line stations to ensure smooth service.
• Portion food products prior to cooking according to recipe specifications.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation, including tables, shelves, grills, fryers, ovens, and refrigeration.
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes.
• Maintain respectful attitude toward all team members, front and back of house.
• Properly handle, store, and rotate all food products.
• Complete assigned tasks within designated time frames.
• Track and report food waste.
• Assist in food prep during off-peak times as needed.
• Properly open and/or close kitchen according to checklist; assist others as needed.
• Cook only items generated from the restaurant point-of-sale system.
• Perform related duties as assigned, including dishwashing, recycling prep, cleaning, and other projects.
• Correct and report any meal returns to management.
• Attend all scheduled employee meetings and contribute suggestions for improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Chef or hotel management.

Skills

2+ years cooking experience

Recipe reading

Communication skills

Stamina for standing

Safety and sanitation knowledge

Job description

The Edgewater Hotel in Madison, WI is seeking a PM shift Cook to join our kitchen team. This role focuses on preparing meats, seafood, vegetables, and hot dishes with precision and on-time plating.

You will help with plating, garnish setup, and maintaining a clean, sanitary workstation. Candidates should have at least 2 years of cooking experience, the ability to read recipes and restaurant tickets, and the flexibility to work evenings and weekends in a fast-paced environment.