Fast-Paced Line Cook & Prep Specialist

Ontario Trillium Foundation; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Eggs Up Grill is seeking a Line Cook/Prep Cook to join a fast-paced kitchen team in Mechanicsville, Virginia. You will proficiently cook at five stations and prepare ingredients, while maintaining food safety and ServSafe standards.

We look for great attitude, teamwork, and the ability to work under pressure. You will set up and stock stations, cook, clean, and support the Kitchen Manager as needed in a bustling, family-friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a line chef/prep cook.
• Familiarity and fluency in kitchen terminology.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, procedures, and equipment.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.
• Familiar with industry best practices.
• Willingness to pursue ServSafe certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies
• Prepare food for service
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Clean up station and kitchen
• Stock inventory appropriately
• Ensure that food comes out at high quality and in a timely fashion
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
• Complete Temperature Logs and Checklists for daily and weekly cleaning and maintenance tasks
• Participate in all roles in the kitchen as required, including as dishwasher when needed

Skills

Cooking experience

Kitchen terminology

Cooking methods

Tools

ServSafe

Job description

Eggs Up Grill is seeking a Line Cook/Prep Cook to join a fast-paced kitchen team in Mechanicsville, Virginia. You will proficiently cook at five stations and prepare ingredients, while maintaining food safety and ServSafe standards.

We look for great attitude, teamwork, and the ability to work under pressure. You will set up and stock stations, cook, clean, and support the Kitchen Manager as needed in a bustling, family-friendly environment.