Food Prep

Santa Fe Cattle Co; Fort Payne (AL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A popular restaurant chain in Fort Payne, Alabama, is seeking a dedicated and meticulous line cook. The ideal candidate will be friendly, organized, and skilled in food preparation. Responsibilities include cooking according to specific standards and recipes, maintaining a clean workspace, and collaborating with team members. Previous kitchen experience is preferred, and candidates must be able to lift heavy items and work effectively under pressure. This position offers a great opportunity to contribute to a focused and quality-driven kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift pots and pans weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Understanding of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.
• Previous prep or line cook experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to restaurant standards and recipes.
• Assist with cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen team members.

Skills

Friendly and outgoing persona

Good communication skills

Organized and quick-thinking

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

• Must be friendly, outgoing, and possess good communication skills.
• Is organized and able to think and act quickly and effectively.
• Retains self-composure.
• Must possess a sense of urgency and timing.
• Must set high standards, be quality conscious, and have an eye for detail.
• Must take pride in personal appearance and have a sense of dedication to his/her job.
• Must display integrity and honesty in all aspects of his/her employment.
• Responsible for the daily preparation of food items in various areas of the kitchen.
• Follows recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications set by restaurant.
• Restocks all items as needed throughout the shift.
• Cleans and maintains stations using good safety, sanitation, and organizational skills.
• Understands how to properly use and maintain all equipment in station.
• Assist with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.

Requirements

• Must be able to communicate in, read, write, and understand the primary language of the work location.
• Must be able to perform simple mathematical calculations as they able to stand and exert mobility for periods up to 6 hours in length.
• Must have the ability to lift pots, pans, and etc. weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Must have an understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.
• Must possess finger dexterity to use small tools adeptly.
• Must be able to follow instructions.
• Must have the ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with supervisors, and all other employees.
• Previous prep or line cook experience preferred.

Additional Information

• Prepares, according to our standards and recipes, all products in the station to which he/she is assigned by Management.
• Assists other line cooks/Prep when necessary.
• Communicates clearly and efficiently with other kitchen team members and receives information and feedback from them on their needs, and takes action based on observation and information received.
• Observes quality of food in his/her station, taking all necessary actions to ensure our standards.
• Works as a team with all of our personnel.
• Takes responsibility for efficient food presentation and proper cooking times.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by a manager.